hand plane
1 of 1noun/hænd pleɪn/
Forms:hand planes
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a woodworking tool consisting of a flat base and a cutting blade, used for smoothing, shaping, and leveling wood surfaces by removing thin layers of material
A hand plane is a hand tool used for smoothing and shaping wood surfaces. It has a flat body with a sharp blade that shaves off thin layers of wood when pushed along the surface. Hand planes are commonly used to level uneven wood, remove rough patches, or create a smooth finish on wooden surfaces. They are essential tools in woodworking for tasks such as flattening boards, fitting joints, or refining the surface of furniture and cabinetry. Hand planes come in various sizes, with different blade angles for specific tasks, offering precise control over the cutting process.
- The carpenter used a hand plane to smooth the rough edges of the wooden table.
- After sanding, he finished the surface with a hand plane for a finer, more polished look.
- She grabbed the hand plane to level the wooden boards before assembling the frame.
- He used a hand plane to remove the excess wood and make the surface even and flat.
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