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trowel machine

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A type of light construction equipment used to apply a smooth finish to concrete slabs.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: helicopter, power trowel

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 抹光機 /抹光机 (mǒguāngjī) — machine used to smooth a mould surface
  • Dutch: vlindermachine — machine used to smooth a mould surface
  • Finnish: hiertokone — machine used to smooth a mould surface
  • Japanese: こて機 (koteki) — machine used to smooth a mould surface