sanding
Sanding (noun) means the act of smoothing a surface with sandpaper or a similar abrasive. Example: “The sanding took longer than the actual painting.”
How to use sanding
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRubbing something down with sandpaper, or spreading grit for traction.
Word forms
sandings plural
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The _____ took longer than the actual painting.
Etymology
Simply "sand" plus the "-ing" ending, going back to Old English sandiġ-style word-building.
Rhymes for sanding
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.