Grained

Grained
Grain Grain, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Grained} (gr[=a]nd); p. pr. & vb. n. {Graining.}] 1. To paint in imitation of the grain of wood, marble, etc. [1913 Webster]

2. To form (powder, sugar, etc.) into grains. [1913 Webster]

3. To take the hair off (skins); to soften and raise the grain of (leather, etc.). [1913 Webster]


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