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emery.

An impure type of corundum, often used for sanding or polishing.

5 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɛməɹi/UK, US
  1. An impure type of corundum, often used for sanding or polishing.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From French émeri, from Old French esmeril, from Italian smeriglio.

verb/ˈɛməɹi/UK, US
  1. To sand or polish with emery.

    transitive
  2. To coat with emery.

    transitive
Where this word comes from

From French émeri, from Old French esmeril, from Italian smeriglio.

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