POLISHING

Polishing

Polishing and buffing are finishing processes for smoothing a workpiece's surface using an abrasive and a work wheel. Technically polishing refers to processes that use an abrasive that is glued to the work wheel, while buffing uses a loose abrasive applied to the work wheel. Polishing is a more aggressive process while buffing is less harsh, which leads to a smoother, brighter finish. A common misconception is that a polished surface has a mirror bright finish, however most mirror bright finishes are actually buffed.

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polishing

Noun

  1. The action of the verb to polish.
  2. An extract of partially milled rice.

Verb

Adjective

  1. That makes shiny or smooth.
  2. That refines.


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