brander

[ bran-der ]

/ ˈbræn dər /

to apply furring to (a surface).

to apply furring.

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First recorded in 1865–70; back formation from brandering

She had given Brander the chance to reassure her, speaking of the 'gris and of Dan'l Tobey's suspicions in the matter.
The Sea Bride|Ben Ames Williams
Brander might have ended it with a word, but he would not give Dan'l Tobey that satisfaction.
The Sea Bride|Ben Ames Williams
She hath spoken to Brander the Brave and to jarls and chiefs and kings that were of old.
Ulric the Jarl|William O. Stoddard
Brander got home his lance in three thrusts before they were forced to draw clear to avoid the whale's renewed struggles.
The Sea Bride|Ben Ames Williams

Professor Brander Matthews aptly calls this story diabolically philosophical.
Devil Stories|Various