Smoothing
/ˈsmuː.ðɪŋ/noun
The action of making something smooth or even.
Did you know?In alchemical traditions, the act of smoothing surfaces was believed to refine both materials and the soul, aligning with the quest for spiritual perfection.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
Old English
smōth
“Soft, polished, or even.”
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
smōthaz
“Having a smooth surface or texture.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*smeu̯-
“To wipe or clean.”
Middle English
Middle English
smoþe
“Polished or smooth; free from roughness.”
Modern English
English
smoothing
“The process of making something smooth, often used in various crafts and trades.”