graining
/ (ˈɡreɪnɪŋ) /
the pattern or texture of the grain of wood, leather, etc
the process of painting, printing, staining, etc, a surface in imitation of a grain
a surface produced by such a process
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How to use graining in a sentence
This application of grease is often made before the graining board or pommel is employed.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines | Andrew UreThe grain is finally raised with the pommel or graining board, by applying it to the leather in different directions.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines | Andrew UreLess than a year ago young Christie had helped at the painting and graining of Lady Latimer's house.
The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax | Harriet ParrThe cost is less than common painting, and the effect as much better than graining as nature's work is more perfect than ours.
Homes And How To Make Them | Eugene GardnerFor common crack candies, the sugar can be kept from graining by adding a teaspoonful of vinegar or cream of tartar.
The Whitehouse Cookbook (1887) | Mrs. F.L. Gillette
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