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sander
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sand·er  (sndr)
n.
One that sands, especially:
a. A device that spreads sand on roads.
b. Such a device together with the truck that carries it.
c. A machine having a powered abrasive-covered disk or belt, used for smoothing or polishing surfaces: a floor sander.

sander [ˈsændə]
n
1. (Engineering / Tools) a power-driven tool for smoothing surfaces, esp wood, plastic, etc., by rubbing with an abrasive disc
2. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a person who uses such a device
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.sander - a power tool used for sanding woodsander - a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor
electric motor - a motor that converts electricity to mechanical work
power tool - a tool driven by a motor
Translations
sander [ˈsændəʳ] N (= tool) (gen) → lijadora f; (for floor) → pulidora f
sander [ˈsændər] n (= tool) → ponceuse f
sander
n (= tool)Rutscher m, → Vibrationsschleifer m
sander [ˈsændəʳ] n (machine) → levigatrice f


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