Question 1

What does "sand down" mean?

Accepted Answer

To make a surface smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper, removing roughness or old coatings.

Question 2

How do you use "sand down" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

You need to sand down the door before you paint it, otherwise the paint won't stick.

Question 3

Is "sand down" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"sand down" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Common in DIY, woodworking, and carpentry contexts. Used in British and American English. The object is usually a wooden surface, though it can apply to other materials.

sand down

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"down" 포함 구문