planish

[ plan-ish ]

verb (used with object)

1. to give a smooth finish to (metal) by striking lightly with a smoothly faced hammer or die.
2. to give a smooth finish to (metal, paper, etc.) by passing through rolls.

planish

/ ˈplænɪʃ /

verb

1. tr to give a final finish to (metal) by hammering or rolling to produce a smooth surface

Derived Forms

• ˈplanisher, noun

Other Words From

• planish·er noun
• un·planished adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of planish¹

1350–1400; Middle English planyssyng (gerund) < Old French planiss-, long stem of planir to smooth, derivative of plan level < Latin plānus plain ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of planish¹

C16: from Old French planir to smooth out, from Latin plānus flat, plain ¹

Example Sentences

Russia sheet iron is a planish iron having a lustrous, metallic gray finish.

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