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planer

 

[ ˈplænər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

tool for scheduling

A planer is a tool used in woodworking to create flat surfaces on boards by removing material. It helps to smooth and shape wood, making it easier to join with other pieces. Planers can be manual or electric, with electric planers providing greater efficiency.

Synonyms

hand planer, smoothing plane, wood planer

Examples of usage

  • He used a planer to smooth the wooden table.
  • The carpenter reached for his electric planer.
  • She learned how to handle a manual planer in her woodworking class.

Translations

Translations of the word "planer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 planeador

🇮🇳 योजना बनाने वाला

🇩🇪 Planer

🇮🇩 perencana

🇺🇦 планувальник

🇵🇱 planer

🇯🇵 プランナー

🇫🇷 planificateur

🇪🇸 planificador

🇹🇷 planlayıcı

🇰🇷 계획자

🇸🇦 مخطط

🇨🇿 plánovač

🇸🇰 plánovač

🇨🇳 规划者

🇸🇮 načrtovalec

🇮🇸 áætlanagerðarmaður

🇰🇿 жоспарлаушы

🇬🇪 გეგმა

🇦🇿 planlaşdırıcı

🇲🇽 planificador

Word origin

The word 'planer' derives from the Middle English word 'planer', which means 'to make flat'. This stems from the Old French term 'planer', meaning 'to plane, to level'. The adoption of this term is closely linked to the craft of woodworking, which dates back thousands of years. As tools evolved, the term became associated with specific devices designed to shave wood surfaces. The concept of planing has been essential in carpentry, influencing the production process in construction and furniture making. Over time, various designs of planers emerged, including hand tools and power tools, which contributed to the precision and efficiency of woodworking.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,181, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.