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Sanding and Shaping Tools

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1.
san
der
Noun

a power tool used for smoothing and refining surfaces by abrasion, typically through the use of sandpaper or abrasive discs, helping to remove material or achieve a desired finish

He used a sander to smooth the rough edges of the wooden table.

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belt sander
Noun

a power tool equipped with a continuous loop of sandpaper or abrasive belt that rotates on two rollers

He used the belt sander to smooth out the rough edges of the wooden table.

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random orbital sander
Noun

a power tool that combines both rotary and orbital motion to provide a random sanding pattern

The carpenter used a random orbital sander to smooth the edges of the wooden table.

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spindle sander
Noun

a power tool used for sanding and shaping curved surfaces, featuring a rotating spindle with sanding sleeves

For the detailed work on the trim, a spindle sander provided the precision needed.

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file
5.
file
Noun

a collection of data stored together in a computer, under a particular name

After finishing the design, she saved the file as a PNG.

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rasp
6.
rasp
Noun

a coarse woodworking tool with a series of individually cut teeth or ridges, used for shaping and smoothing wood or other materials by abrasion

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sand
pa
per
Noun

a type of paper that has sand or another rough material stuck to one side, used for making surfaces smoother or shinier

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block plane
Noun

a small handheld woodworking tool with a cutting blade set at a low angle to the sole of the plane, primarily used for shaping and smoothing wood surfaces, chamfering edges, and removing thin layers of material

The woodworker used a block plane to smooth the edges of the tabletop.

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surform plane
Noun

a handheld tool with a replaceable blade that features a perforated metal surface for shaping and smoothing wood or other materials

When shaping the curved piece of wood, he grabbed the surform plane for faster material removal.

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spoke
shave
Noun

a woodworking hand tool with a curved blade set in a handle, designed for shaping and smoothing concave or convex surfaces of wood

The carpenter used a spokeshave to smooth the curved edge of the chair leg.

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pla
ner
Noun

a woodworking tool that removes thin layers of material from a workpiece, resulting in a smooth and consistent surface

He used a planer to smooth out the rough edges of the wooden boards.

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grinding wheel
Noun

a wheel-shaped abrasive tool used for sharpening, shaping, or smoothing surfaces by removing material through the frictional action of abrasive grains bonded to the wheel

The mechanic used a grinding wheel to sharpen the tools before starting the repair work.

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lathe
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lathe
Noun

a machine tool that rotates a workpiece so one can shape it by cutting, sanding, or drilling

The machinist used a lathe to shape the metal rod into a precise cylindrical form.

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grinder
14.
grin
der
Noun

a power tool or machine with a rotating abrasive wheel or disc used for cutting, grinding, or polishing various materials

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join
ter
Noun

a woodworking machine used to create a flat and smooth surface on the face or edge of a board

After cutting the rough lumber, the woodworker ran it through the jointer to create flat surfaces.

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jointer plane
Noun

a hand tool used in woodworking to flatten and straighten the edges and surfaces of boards

The carpenter used a jointer plane to smooth the rough edges of the board.

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angle grinder
Noun

a handheld power tool with a spinning abrasive disc for cutting, grinding, and shaping materials

He used an angle grinder to cut through the metal pipe quickly.

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smoothing plane
Noun

a woodworking hand tool used for finely smoothing and leveling wood surfaces to achieve a smooth and polished finish

The carpenter used a smoothing plane to remove the rough texture from the wooden board.

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brick jointer
Noun

a hand tool used in masonry work to create consistent and smooth joints between bricks

The mason used a brick jointer to smooth the mortar joints and give the wall a professional finish.

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hand plane
Noun

a woodworking tool consisting of a flat base and a cutting blade, used for smoothing, shaping, and leveling wood surfaces by removing thin layers of material

The carpenter used a hand plane to smooth the rough edges of the wooden table.

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taping knife
Noun

a flat-bladed tool with a handle used for applying and smoothing drywall joint compound during the taping and finishing process

The contractor used a taping knife to smooth out the joint compound on the drywall seams.

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cabinet scraper
Noun

a hand tool used in woodworking for smoothing and refining the surface of wood

The carpenter used a cabinet scraper to smooth the rough edges of the wooden cabinet doors.

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wood chisel
Noun

a hand tool with a sharp metal blade and a handle used for cutting, shaping, and carving wood by striking or pushing it with a mallet or by hand pressure

The carpenter used a wood chisel to carefully carve the intricate patterns on the wooden panel.

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chisel
24.
chi
sel
Noun

a metal tool with a handle and a strong flat-edged blade that is used to shape hard objects, such as wood, metal, etc.

He used a chisel to carve intricate designs into the wood.

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corner chisel
Noun

a specialized woodworking tool with a square or hexagonal body and a beveled cutting edge, used for cutting or cleaning out square corners or recesses in woodwork

The carpenter used a corner chisel to clean up the sharp edges of the wooden frame.

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mortising chisel
Noun

a woodworking tool used for cutting rectangular slots or mortises in wood

The carpenter used a mortising chisel to create the perfect slots for the wooden joints.

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pointing trowel
Noun

a small, narrow-bladed hand tool used in masonry and brickwork for applying and shaping mortar, particularly in the process of pointing or filling the gaps between bricks or stones to create a neat and finished appearance

The mason used a pointing trowel to carefully fill the gaps between the bricks.

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flaring tool
Noun

a specialized tool used to create a flared end on a pipe or tubing, allowing for secure connections with other fittings or components

He used a flaring tool to widen the pipe ends before attaching the fittings.

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oscillating multi-tool
Noun

a versatile handheld power tool that utilizes oscillating motion to perform a variety of tasks such as cutting, sanding, scraping, and grinding

I used an oscillating multi-tool to remove the grout between the tiles.

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power hammer
Noun

a heavy-duty mechanical tool used in metalworking that delivers powerful and repetitive blows to shape or forge metal

The blacksmith used a power hammer to shape the hot metal into a horseshoe.

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die
31.
die
Verb

to no longer be alive

Unfortunately, her pet fish died after being in poor health for a week.

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