smoothing
ˈsmuːðɪŋ
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Definition of smoothing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
craftsmanshipact of making a surface smooth
  • The smoothing of the wood took hours.
buffing polishing
2.
data processingTECH.technique to reduce irregularitiesTECH.
  • Data smoothing helps in analyzing trends.
3.
mathematicsTECH.creating a function to capture data patternsTECH.
  • Smoothing helps in analyzing complex data sets.
4.
linguisticsTECH.monophthongization in phoneticsTECH.
  • Smoothing can change the pronunciation of diphthongs.

Adjective

1.
processcreating a seamless and uninterrupted experience
  • The software update provided a smoothing transition.
facilitating streamlining
2.
easereducing difficulties or obstacles
  • The manager's smoothing approach resolved the conflict.
alleviating easing facilitating
3.
constructionmaking a surface flat or even
  • The carpenter used a smoothing tool on the wood.
flattening leveling
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home appliance with a flat metal base for smoothing cloth
The smoothing iron was plugged in to heat up.
technique for smoothing time series data in statistics
Exponential smoothing helps in predicting future sales trends.
circuit reducing ripple in DC power supply
The smoothing circuit improved the power supply's stability.

Origin of smoothing

Old English, smōthian (to make smooth)

Terms with smoothing included in their meaning

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smoothing
smooth a surface by rubbing it with abrasive paper or particles
appliance
hand-held device with heated base for smoothing clothes
tool
used for smoothing clothes with heat
smoothing edges
make the edges or corners smooth or curved
smoothing tool
paper with sand or grit glued on it for smoothing surfaces
soil
tool for smoothing soil in gardens
clothing
act of smoothing clothes with an iron
smoothing
make a surface smooth by rubbing

Examples of smoothing in a sentence

  • Smoothing of the plaster walls required precision and patience.
  • Smoothing techniques are crucial in data science.
  • Image smoothing can enhance photo quality.
  • Data smoothing is crucial for accurate forecasting.
  • Smoothing techniques can reveal hidden trends.
  • The linguist explained the process of smoothing.

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  1. French:lissage, lissant, ...
  2. German:Glätten, glättend, ...
  3. Italian:levigatura, fluido, ...
  4. Spanish:alisado, suave, ...
  5. Portuguese:alisamento, suave, ...
  6. Chinese:打磨, 顺畅的, ...
  7. Japanese:研磨, スムーズな, ...
  8. Arabic:تسوية, سَلِس, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַחְלָקָה, חָלָק, ...
  10. Russian:сглаживание, сглаживающий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:згладжування, плавний, ...
  12. Hindi:चिकनाई, सहज, ...
smooth
smuːð

Definition of smooth - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
texturehaving an even and regular surface
  • The table was smooth, perfect for writing..
even flat
2.
fluentflowing without obstruction or hesitation
  • She delivered a smooth presentation.
effortless fluent graceful
3.
personalitysuave and charming, often in a deceptive way
  • He was too smooth, which made her suspicious..
charming deceptive suave

Verb

tr.
1.
flatteningmake a surface even or flat
  • She smoothed the wrinkles out of the fabric.
flatten level
2.
easingreduce difficulties or obstacles
  • He smoothed the way for the new project.
alleviate ease facilitate
3.
calmingcalm or soothe emotions
  • Her words smoothed his anxiety.
calm pacify soothe
4.
data processingTECH.remove noise from dataTECH.
  • The software smoothed the audio recording.
flatten smooth out

Adverb

1.
calmlyin a calm or even manner
  • The car drove smooth over the newly paved road.
calmly gently
2.
easilywithout interruptions or difficulties
  • The meeting went smooth without any issues.
easily effortlessly seamlessly

Noun

1.
surfacepart that is flat and even
  • The smooth of the table was shiny and clean.
flat level
2.
fashionDatedUKperson who dresses neatly and stylishlyDatedUK
  • He was known as a smooth in the 1970s.
dandy fashionista
3.
animalsRareanimal with a sleek coatRare
  • The smooth of the dog made it look very shiny.
glossy shiny sleek
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make a surface even and free of roughness
She used a brush to smooth down her hair.
become even and flat
The fabric will smooth out after washing.
person skilled at charming and persuading others
He is a real smooth operator at parties.
make a problem seem less serious or calm a situation
She tried to smooth over the argument with a joke.
make a surface flat by removing wrinkles
She used an iron to smooth out the wrinkles in her dress.
make something less rough or sharp
He used sandpaper to smooth the edges of the wooden table.

Origin of smooth

Old English, smōth (smooth)

Examples of smooth in a sentence

  • Her skin felt smooth to the touch.
  • His smooth speech impressed the audience.
  • The actor's smooth delivery captivated everyone.
  • His smooth talk won over the crowd.
  • She found his smooth demeanor unsettling.
  • Her dance moves were smooth and graceful.

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  1. French:lisse, lisser, ...
  2. German:glatt, glätten, ...
  3. Italian:levigato, spianare, ...
  4. Spanish:liso, alisar, ...
  5. Portuguese:liso, alisar, ...
  6. Chinese:光滑的, 抚平, ...
  7. Japanese:滑らかな, 伸ばす, ...
  8. Arabic:أَمْلَس, سوّى, ...
  9. Hebrew:חָלָק, לְהַחְלִיק, ...
  10. Russian:гладкий, разглаживать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:гладкий, гладити, ...
  12. Hindi:चिकना, समतल करना, ...
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