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planish

Syllabification: (plan·ish)
Pronunciation: /ˈplaniSH/

Definition of planish

verb

[with object]
  • flatten (sheet metal) with a smooth-faced hammer or between rollers.

Derivatives

planisher

noun

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'make level'): from obsolete French planiss-, lengthened stem of planir 'to smooth', from plain 'smooth, level'

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Definition of planish in the British & World English dictionary