: one that sands: such as
a
: a device for spreading sand on newly surfaced or icy roads
also
: the device together with the truck that bears it
b
: a device that smooths, polishes, or scours by means of abrasive material
called also sanding machine
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Circular sanders smooth rough edges on costly Sitka spruce soundboards.
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Joel Williams, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
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Students with special needs learned how to use band saws, jigsaws, sanders, laser engravers and other power tools with the help of their peers who are taking Jeff Cassidy’s woodworking classes this semester.
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Before painting or staining, an orbital sander can make quick work of rough surfaces.
—Christopher Murray
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Joel Williams, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Conversely, Gabriel will make his second straight start for Cleveland, while sanders and practice squad QB Bailey Zappe were both splitting reps during Wednesday’s practice.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Students with special needs learned how to use band saws, jigsaws, sanders, laser engravers and other power tools with the help of their peers who are taking Jeff Cassidy’s woodworking classes this semester.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Before painting or staining, an orbital sander can make quick work of rough surfaces.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2025
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sander
noun
sand·er
ˈsan-dər 
: one that sands: as
a
: a device for spreading sand (as on icy roads)
also
: a truck that carries such a device
b
: a power tool that smooths or polishes using a rough material (as sandpaper)
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