abrader

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that abrades; a tool or machine for abrading.
  2. A primitive artifact made of sandstone used for smoothing, sharpening, or shaping.
  3. A surgical instrument used to abrade bone or other tissue.

Pronunciation

/əˈbɹeɪ.dɚ/

Word forms

abrader abraders

Etymology

From abrade + -er.

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Translations

Dutch: schuurmachine Dutch: schuurwerktuig Portuguese: abrasor
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