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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

planing

/plɛɪnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does planing mean?

verb

The act of smoothing or flattening a surface, especially by removing wood or other material. A type of surfboard riding where the board is moved forward by the rider's feet.

Example

"The carpenter used a planer to smooth out the wood before assembling the furniture."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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