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Noun — The act of smoothing a surface with sandpaper or a similar abrasive.

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How to use sanding

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light sanding sanding the floor sanding down

Etymology

Simply "sand" plus the "-ing" ending, going back to Old English sandiġ-style word-building.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sanding” mean?

The word “sanding” means the act of smoothing a surface with sandpaper or a similar abrasive. In plain terms, rubbing something down with sandpaper, or spreading grit for traction.

How do you use “sanding” in a sentence?

Here is “sanding” used in a sentence: “The sanding took longer than the actual painting.”

What part of speech is “sanding”?

“Sanding” is a noun.

Where does the word “sanding” come from?

The word “sanding” comes from Old English. Simply "sand" plus the "-ing" ending, going back to Old English sandiġ-style word-building.

How many meanings does “sanding” have?

“Sanding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of smoothing a surface with sandpaper or a similar abrasive.

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