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Sandpaper

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sand⋅pa⋅per

[sand-pey-per]
–noun
1. strong paper coated with a layer of sand or other abrasive, used for smoothing or polishing.
–verb (used with object)
2. to smooth or polish with or as if with sandpaper.

Origin:
1815–25; sand + paper
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sand·pa·per   (sānd'pā'pər)   
n.  Heavy paper coated on one side with sand or other abrasive material and used for smoothing surfaces.
tr.v.   sand·pa·pered, sand·pa·per·ing, sand·pa·pers
To rub with or as if with sandpaper.
sand'pa'per·y adj.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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