grozing iron

A 'grozing iron' is a specialized tool with applications in both glassworking and plumbing, essential for shaping and finishing materials.

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Definition

C2Glasswork

(technical, craft)A tool used to shape and smooth the edges of glass by chipping away small fragments.

Example

  • The artisan used a grozing iron to perfect the edges of the stained glass piece.

C2Plumbing

(technical)A hot iron used for finishing soldered joints, particularly for lead pipes.

Example

  • The plumber reached for the grozing iron to complete the soldering of the lead pipes.

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