Planish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈplænɪʃ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Planish is a verb meaning (transitive) To repeatedly hammer (a sheet of metal) so as to shape and smooth it or create a decorative indented finish.
Meaning
(transitive) To repeatedly hammer (a sheet of metal) so as to shape and smooth it or create a decorative indented finish.
Example Sentences
Although much of the copperwork done in school workshops is planished only once, many craftsmen planish their work three or four times in order to get a perfect finish.
Word Forms
- planishes
- planishing
- planished
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include platten, plate, plaster, hammer, plancher, laminate.
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