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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

coldwork

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 0.00 in modern English

Syllables
cold-work
IPA
18
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The elimination of flaws and rough or sharp areas on the surface of blown or cast glass objects; usually achieved by some combination of grinding and polishing.

Uncountable

verb

To eliminate flaws and rough or sharp areas on blown or cast glass objects by some combination of grinding and polishing.

Transitive verb

Example Sentences

Etymology

From cold + work, contrasted with the heated conditions of the original creation of the object.

Usage

Inflected Forms

coldworks (present, singular) coldworking (participle, present) coldworked (participle, past) coldworked (past)

Synonyms

cold work

Questions

What does coldwork mean?
The elimination of flaws and rough or sharp areas on the surface of blown or cast glass objects; usually achieved by some combination of grinding and polishing.
Where does coldwork come from?
From cold + work, contrasted with the heated conditions of the original creation of the object.

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