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Rat-Tail File

Definition: A rat-tail file is a type of hand tool used in metalworking and woodworking for shaping and sanding small, hard-to-reach areas. It has a long, slender, and tapered cylindrical shape resembling a rat's tail.

Parts of Speech:

1. Noun: A type of file tool.

Senses:

1. Sense 1: A hand tool used for shaping and sanding small, inaccessible areas.
2. Sense 2: (local) A nickname given to a specific brand of rat-tail file known for its durability.

Usage:

1. Popular Usage: Rat-tail files are commonly used in metalworking to smooth and shape intricate designs or hard-to-reach corners.
2. Local Usage: In our town, everyone knows that the best rat-tail file to buy is the one made by XYZ Tools.

Sample Sentences:

1. He carefully used the rat-tail file to smooth the rough edges of the metal sculpture.
2. After hours of work with the rat-tail file, he created an ornate and delicate pattern on the wooden furniture.
3. Locals swear by the XYZ Tools' rat-tail file for all their woodworking needs.

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