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A heavy iron or steel block with a flat top, typically used by blacksmiths to hammer and shape heated metal. It is a fundamental tool in metalworking that provides a resistant surface for forging and shaping objects.

Percer ou enfoncer quelque chose avec un objet pointu.

A bowstring is the cord that connects the two ends of a bow, which is pulled back to create the tension required to launch an arrow. In a broader technical sense, it can also refer to a structural component in engineering or architecture, such as a chord in a truss, that resembles the string of a bow.

Façonner, aligner ou créer des indentations de manière incorrecte sur une surface.

A specialized apparatus or chemical agent used to extract moisture from substances or environments. It is commonly employed in industrial processing, laboratory research, and food preservation to ensure stability and longevity by removing water content.

A thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature or a temperature gradient. It is commonly used in medical settings to check for fever or in weather stations to monitor atmospheric conditions.

A device or mechanism used for slowing down or stopping a moving vehicle or machine by applying pressure. In a figurative or academic sense, it refers to any factor that hinders, restricts, or slows down the progress of a process or activity.

In technical and design contexts, a 'brushed' finish refers to a surface texture created by rubbing material with a fine abrasive, resulting in a matte, non-reflective appearance with fine parallel lines. It is commonly used in material science, architecture, and manufacturing to describe specific physical properties of metals or fabrics.

A tool consisting of bristles, hair, or wire set into a handle, used for cleaning, grooming, or applying paint. Metaphorically, in academic and formal contexts, it refers to a brief, often unpleasant, encounter or skirmish with something.

Ce qui peut être examiné ou inspecté de près pour déterminer son état ou sa qualité.