surform

noun

surform

noun

Etymology Genericized trademark from a brand name, purportedly a blend of surface and form.

1

Sometimes A tool with which one grates, rasps, planes, or shaves material, especially wood, to form its surface.

  • This job calls for a surform.
  • This job calls for a surform file.
Related terms
grater

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