levigare
to smooth
verb leh-vee-GAH-reh Rare
Origin: Latin laevigare (to make smooth)
Also means
to sand down
Usage Note
Levigare means to sand, polish, or smooth a surface, typically wood, stone, or skin. It takes avere as its auxiliary in compound tenses. In cosmetic contexts it describes exfoliating or resurfacing; in woodworking it means sanding. The past participle levigato is also used as an adjective meaning 'smooth' or 'polished.'
Examples
"Devi levigare il legno prima di verniciare."
Natural Translation
You need to sand the wood before painting.
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