emery
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for emery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hard, dark mineral used, in powdered or abrasive form, for grinding, sanding, or polishing.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use emery
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French émeri, ultimately from Italian smeriglio, a name for the abrasive mineral.
Full origin of emery →Frequently asked questions
What does “emery” mean?
The word “emery” means a hard, dark mineral used, in powdered or abrasive form, for grinding, sanding, or polishing. In plain terms, a gritty mineral used to make sanding and polishing tools, like an emery board for nails.
How do you pronounce “emery”?
“Emery” is pronounced EH-muh-ree (/ˈɛməɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “emery” in a sentence?
Here is “emery” used in a sentence: “She smoothed the rough edge of the wood with emery paper.”
What part of speech is “emery”?
“Emery” is a noun.
Where does the word “emery” come from?
The word “emery” comes from French. From French émeri, ultimately from Italian smeriglio, a name for the abrasive mineral.
Is “emery” a common word?
“Emery” is an uncommon word in modern English.