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Facer

Definition:

A facer can refer to a variety of different things depending on the context.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A person who confronts and deals with a difficult situation.

Example sentence: The manager handled the angry customer like a true facer.

Noun:

2. A sharp blade used for the purpose of removing the thinnings or surplus wood from between metal type in letterpress printing.

Example sentence: The printer used a facer to ensure the printed text was clear and sharp.

Verb:

3. To confront or deal with a difficult situation or problem.

Example sentence: We need to gather the team and facer this issue head-on.

Verb:

4. To apply a special material to smooth the surface of a structure, such as applying a facer to a wall.

Example sentence: The mason will facer the wall to give it a polished appearance.

Local Usage:

In some parts of the United States, "facer" can also be used to refer to a person who prepares a tobacco pipe for smoking by filling it with tobacco.

Example sentence: The facer gently packed the pipe with his favorite blend of tobacco.