planishing

noun

1. (uncountable)A metalworking technique for smoothly finishing a surface.

   “Postmechanical operations include: (1) removal of excess weld metal, slag, and weld spatter, (2) rough or finish machining to dimensional requirements of the weldment, and (3) metal conditioning processes such as peening or roll planishing to reduce cracking tendencies physically and to increase weld bead strength.”

2. (countable)The action of the verb "to planish".

verb

1. (form-of, gerund, participle, present)present participle and gerund of planish