Emeries

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of abrasive material used for smoothing or polishing surfaces
2. fine particles that can be used for grinding and finishing metal or wood
3. a traditional tool often made of a mineral that provides a rough texture for achieving a polished finish on various items

Etymology: This is the third-person singular form of "emery", the verb meaning to polish or grind something with the abrasive of the same name. That noun came into French as "émeri", from Old French "esmeril", and ultimately from Italian "smeriglio".

Synonyms: abrasives, sandpapers