Definition

A tool or machine used to make surfaces smooth, especially for wood or metal, by removing thin layers of material.

Example

The carpenter used a planer to create a perfectly flat surface on the wooden board.

Conversation

Have you ever used a planer for your woodworking projects?

Yeah, I tried it once; it really smooths out the surfaces nicely.

I need to get one for my workshop; it would make things easier.

Definitely! A good planer can save you so much time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Planer → The word 'planer' is derived from 'plane' (from Old French *plane*, meaning flat or level) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A planer is a person or tool that makes surfaces flat or level.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that makes surfaces 'flat' ('plane') — the '-er' indicates a person or tool that performs this action.

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