Sandpaper

usgb/ˈsændpeɪpər/
noun

A strong paper coated with sand or another abrasive material, used for smoothing or polishing.

He used sandpaper to smooth the surface of the wooden table.
Visual representation of "sandpaper" - A strong paper coated with sand or another abrasive material, used for smoothing or polishing

Often appears as...

  • use sandpaper
  • smooth with sandpaper
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Texture Reference

Sandpaper is commonly used to describe rough textures in various contexts.

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His voice was as rough as sandpaper.
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Grain Sizes

Sandpaper comes in different grit sizes; the lower the number, the coarser the grit.

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Start with a 60-grit sandpaper and finish with a 120-grit.
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Physical Sensation

The word 'sandpaper' can evoke a physical sensation when used in metaphors.

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Walking in these new shoes is like sandpaper against my heels.
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