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smoothing

UK
/ˈsmuːðɪŋ/
US
/ˈsmuðɪŋ/
smoothingnoun
smoothings
pl
Translations
The smoothing of the surface made it easier to paint.
Сглаживание поверхности облегчило покраску.
Additional translations
умиротворение
полировка
выравнивание
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
softening
polishing
evening
flattening
smoothinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈsmuːðɪŋ/
US
/ˈsmuðɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that causes a surface or data to become smooth.
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

Gerund

smoothed
Past Simple
smoothed
Past Participle
smoothing
Gerund
UK
/smuːð/
US
/smuð/
Translations
He tried to smooth the surface of the wood with sandpaper.
Он пытался сглаживать поверхность дерева наждачной бумагой.
She carefully smoothed the wrinkles out of the paper.
Она аккуратно разглаживала складки на бумаге.
Additional translations
ошкуривать
смаковать
упрощать
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
even
flatten
refine
gloss
buff
polish
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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