What is another word for rasps?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈasps] (IPA)

The word "rasps" refers to a tool or an action for smoothing rough surfaces by scraping or rubbing against a hard surface. Some of the synonyms for rasps include abrasive, grindstone, sandpaper, grind, file, whetstone, hone, and buff. Abrasive refers to a rough material that can be used for scraping, polishing, or smoothing surfaces. Grindstone is a type of abrasive wheel used for grinding or sharpening tools. Sandpaper is a strong, rough paper that is used for smoothing rough or uneven surfaces. The term grind and file refer to actions that involve rubbing or cutting a rough surface with a sharp or abrasive tool. Whetstone and hone are similar to grindstone and are used for sharpening tools. Lastly, buff is a synonym used to refer to polishing a surface until it shines.

What are the hypernyms for Rasps?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Rasps

A winch, turned by two carabaos, sets a number of rasps in motion by means of toothed wheels and leather straps.
"The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes"
Tomás de Comyn Fedor Jagor Rudolf Ludwig Carl Virchow Charles Wilkes
I wish I could convey to you any idea of the beauty and wildness of that mountain route, of the surprises on the way, of views, of the violent deluges of rain which turned rivulets into torrents, and of the hardships and difficulties of the day; the scanty fare of sun-dried rice dough and sour yellow rasps, and the depth of the mire through which we waded!
"Unbeaten-Tracks-in-Japan"
Bird, Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy)
Half-round rasps are also like the regular half-round in shape, the sizes usually called for being 10, 12, and 14-inch.
"Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II"
Joshua Rose

Related words: hand rasp, wood rasp, metal rasp, bench rasp, cabinetmaker's rasp, roughing rasp, finishing rasp

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