de·burr

[dee-bur]
verb (used with object)
1.
to remove burrs from (a piece of machined work); burr.
verb (used without object)
2.
to remove burrs from a piece of machined work.

Origin:
de- + burr1

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deburr (diːˈbɜː) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
1.  to remove burrs from (a workpiece)
2.  textiles to remove dirt and debris from (raw wool)

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Example sentences
Deburr and bevel cut spigot end of pipe barrel to match factory bevel.
Deburr the drill holes and clean the pipe before putting the strainer into service.
Round and deburr edges of sheets to remove sharp edges.
After automated machining, workers deburr the wheels by hand.
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