1. the process of cutting or grinding a beveled edge or corner on a piece of material
Usage: technical; manufacturing

1. present participle of chamfer; cutting or grinding a beveled edge or corner
Usage: technical; manufacturing

Examples

• The machinist spent the afternoon chamfering the metal edges.
• Chamfering the wood pieces will help them fit together smoothly.
• The chamfering process removes sharp corners for safety.
• She learned proper chamfering techniques in shop class.
• The blueprint specified chamfering all exterior edges.
• Chamfering tools are essential for precision metalwork.