Swedge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Swedge is a noun meaning A tool (originally a bevelled chisel) for making grooves in horseshoes.
Meaning
A tool (originally a bevelled chisel) for making grooves in horseshoes.
More Meanings
- (Scotland, slang, uncountable) The drug MDMA.
- To shape metal using a hammer or other force.
- (colloquial) To leave (a restaurant etc.) without paying.
- To fold under or round an object.
Example Sentences
He bound them into a neat packet, swedging down the stiff, sticky oilcloth at the corners.
We are now enabled to present the plan of a machine of the full size for swedging common nails to the shape above mentioned, and which may be operated successfully by small boys of 8 or 10 years, and who could make a fair business at half a cent per lb.
Word Forms
- swedges
- swedging
- swedged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include swoe, sledge, brob, glut, gouge, wedge.
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