Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sandpapering
Verb
/ˈsændˌpeɪpərɪŋ/
Definition
The act or process of smoothing or polishing a surface using sandpaper.
Examples
- The carpenter spent the afternoon sandpapering the edges of the wooden table.
- After sandpapering, the walls were ready for painting.
- She found that sandpapering the metal helped to remove any rust.
Meaning
Sandpapering involves rubbing a surface with sandpaper to create a smoother finish, often used in woodworking or metalworking.
Synonyms
- Polishing
- Smoothing
- Finishing
