sandblast

English

/ˈsænd.blɑːst/

verb
Definitions
  • To spray with fast-moving solid grains (such as sand propelled by compressed air, although softer material like sodium bicarbonate used for delicate materials may also be so referred to). The process is used for stripping dirt, rust, paint etc. from the surface of objects.

Etymology

Affix from English sand + English blast (immature cell).

Origin

English

blast

Gloss

immature cell

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