sanding

[ˈsændɪŋ]

noun/gerund

lixamento

1. The process of smoothing or finishing a surface using sandpaper or a sanding tool

The carpenter spent hours sanding the wooden table.

O carpinteiro passou horas fazendo o lixamento da mesa de madeira.

2. The abrasive action of sand or sandpaper against a surface

Sanding removes the old paint from the wall.

O lixamento remove a tinta antiga da parede.

3. Fine particles produced during the sanding process

Wear a mask to avoid inhaling sanding dust.

Use uma máscara para evitar inalar o pó de lixamento.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

lixamento

Most common term used in Brazil

São Paulo

lixamento

Standard usage in industrial and construction contexts

Portugal

lixagem

Preferred term in Portugal; also 'lixa' colloquially

sanding down - reduzir gradualmente

sanding off - remover através de lixamento

fine sanding - lixamento fino/delicado

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