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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   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

   "Is there a coldwork studio on campus?"

Verb

1. 1
   To eliminate flaws and rough or sharp areas on blown or cast glass objects by some combination of grinding and polishing. transitive

   "I need to coldwork those new pieces."

2. 2
   shape (metal) without heat wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

cold work

Example

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"Is there a coldwork studio on campus?"

Etymology

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

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