释义 |
swarf I. \ˈswȯ(ə)rf, -wärf\ noun Etymology: Middle English swarff, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse svarfa to sweep, swerve — more at swerve Scotland : swoon II. intransitive verb chiefly Scotland : swoon III. \ˈswȯ(ə)rf, -ȯ(ə)f\ noun (-s) Etymology: of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse svarf file dust, sverfa to file — more at swerve 1. : fine metallic particles removed by a cutting or grinding tool; specifically : chippings and shavings from soft iron castings used as a reducing agent in various chemical syntheses 2. : the continuous thread of wax or lacquer produced in cutting the grooves of an original phonograph record |