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reaming

UK
/ˈriːmɪŋ/
US
/ˈriːmɪŋ/

Translations

reamingnoun
reamings
pl
The machinist used a reaming tool to finish the hole.
Машинист использовал развёртку, чтобы закончить отверстие.
Synonyms
sizing
honing
drilling
bore
enlargement
reaminggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈriːmɪŋ/
US
/ˈriːmɪŋ/
Synonyms
dressing down
chewing out
upbraiding
reprimanding
chastising
rebuking
scolding
berating
scouring
scraping
abrading
widening
enlarging
drilling
boring
reamverb

reaming

Gerund

reamed
Past Simple
reamed
Past Participle
reaming
Gerund
UK
/riːm/
US
/riːm/
The engineer needs to ream the hole to the correct diameter.
Инженеру нужно проточить отверстие до нужного диаметра.
Synonyms
enlarge
expand
stretch
broaden
widen

Definitions

reamingnoun
The process of enlarging a hole to a precise diameter using a reamer.
The machinist performed reaming to ensure the hole was the correct size for the bolt.
A severe reprimand or scolding.
After the mistake was discovered, the manager gave the employee a thorough reaming.
reaminggerund / present participle
Relating to or used for enlarging or finishing a hole with a reamer.
The engineer selected the appropriate reaming operation for the alloy.
reamverb
To widen or enlarge a hole or opening by using a tool.
The mechanic had to ream the pipe to fit the new valve.
To criticize or reprimand someone severely.
The coach reamed the players for their lack of effort during the game.
To remove material from a hole or cavity, often to smooth or finish it.
The worker reamed the metal to ensure a smooth finish.
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