sander

noun

sand·​er ˈsan-dər 

: one that sands: such as

a

: a device for spreading sand on newly surfaced or icy roads

also : the device together with the truck that bears it

b

: a device that smooths, polishes, or scours by means of abrasive material

called also sanding machine

Examples of sander in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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The sander can run for up to 25 minutes on one battery charge. —Christopher Murray, Fox News, 11 Nov. 2024

DeWalt Orbital Sander Kit DeWalt Orbital Sander Kit Get the best-selling DeWalt orbital sander kit for less than $70 at Amazon today. —Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 9 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1627, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

sander

noun

sand·​er ˈsan-dər 

: one that sands: as

a

: a device for spreading sand (as on icy roads)

also : a truck that carries such a device

b

: a power tool that smooths or polishes using a rough material (as sandpaper)