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smoothing

UK
/ˈsmuːðɪŋ/
US
/ˈsmuðɪŋ/
smoothingnoun
smoothings
pl
Translations
The smoothing of the wooden table was necessary before applying the varnish.
Le lissage de la table en bois était nécessaire avant l’application du vernis.
Definitions
The process of making a surface or object smooth by removing irregularities or roughness.
The smoothing of the wooden table was necessary before applying the varnish.
A statistical technique used to remove noise from data, making trends more apparent.
The economist applied smoothing to the data to better understand the long-term trends.
Synonyms
calming
flattening
evening
polishing
softening
smoothinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈsmuːðɪŋ/
US
/ˈsmuðɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that causes a surface or data to become smooth.
Translations
lissantSe dit d’un produit, d’une couche ou d’un procédé qui rend une surface plus lisse ou atténue des irrégularités.
The mason applied a smoothing layer of plaster to the wall.
Le maçon a appliqué une couche lissante de plâtre sur le mur.
Definitions
Having the action or effect of making something smooth or reducing irregularities or fluctuations.
The mason applied a smoothing layer of plaster to the wall.
smoothadjective
Definitions
Having an even and regular surface; free from roughness or projections.
The table had a smooth finish that felt pleasant to the touch.
Having a pleasant and flowing quality, without sudden changes or interruptions.
The singer's smooth voice captivated the audience.
Easily and without difficulty or problems.
The project went through a smooth transition thanks to careful planning.
Charming and confident, often in a way that is not sincere.
He was a smooth talker, always knowing the right thing to say.
Of food or drink: pleasantly mild, without sharpness or harshness.
The wine has a smooth finish with no hint of acidity.
smoothverb

smoothing

ing-form

smoothed
Past Simple
smoothed
Past Participle
smoothing
ing-form
UK
/smuːð/
US
/smuð/
Translations
lisserPour rendre une surface régulière ou sans aspérités.
She used sandpaper to smooth the edges of the wooden table.
Elle a utilisé du papier de verre pour lisser les bords de la table en bois.
aplanirAu sens figuré: supprimer les obstacles ou difficultés.
The mediator worked to smooth the negotiations between the two parties.
Le médiateur a travaillé à aplanir les négociations entre les deux parties.
adoucirPour rendre une situation, un ton ou un effet moins rude.
He tried to smooth the situation by apologizing for his mistake.
Il a essayé d’adoucir la situation en présentant ses excuses pour son erreur.
Additional translations
peaufinerPour améliorer un texte, un manuscrit ou une réalisation.
Definitions
To make a surface even or free from roughness or irregularities.
She used sandpaper to smooth the edges of the wooden table.
To make something less harsh or severe.
He tried to smooth the situation by apologizing for his mistake.
To make something more polished or refined.
The editor helped to smooth the manuscript before it was published.
To remove obstacles or difficulties from a process or situation.
The mediator worked to smooth the negotiations between the two parties.
Synonyms
level
refine
gloss
buff
polish
even
flatten
smoothadverb
Definitions
In a smooth manner; without jolts or interruption.
The car now runs smooth after the tune-up.
smoothnoun
Definitions
A smooth part, surface, or period, especially as contrasted with something rough or difficult (usually used with ‘the’).
You have to take the rough with the smooth in any job.
smoothinterjection
Definitions
An exclamation expressing approval, satisfaction, or ironic praise for something deftly or slickly done.
"You managed to land the plane with no fuel? Smooth!"
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