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grainer
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grainer, n.
- An infusion of pigeon's dung used by tanners to neutralize the effects of lime and give flexibility to skins; -- called also
grains andbate. [1913 Webster] - A knife for taking the hair off skins. [1913 Webster]
- One who paints in imitation of the grain of wood, marble, etc.; also, the brush or tool used in graining. [1913 Webster]
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