How Do You Spell DEBURR?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛbɜː] (IPA)

The word "deburr" refers to the process of removing the rough edges or unwanted bits from a workpiece after it has been machined. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /diːˈbɜː(r)/. It is spelled with a "b" after the "e" because it comes from the word "bur", which is a small, rough projection on a workpiece. The prefix "de-" means to remove, making "deburr" the act of removing burs. This term is commonly used in manufacturing and machining industries.

DEBURR Meaning and Definition

  1. Deburring is a mechanical process used to remove the unwanted or excess burrs from the surface of a material, particularly metal, after it has been subjected to machining or cutting. A burr is a raised edge or small piece of material that remains attached to the workpiece after the initial fabrication process. It is commonly formed due to the creation of chips or small metal fragments during machining operations such as drilling, milling, grinding, or turning.

    Deburring is necessary to achieve smooth and clean surfaces, as burrs can negatively affect the functionality, appearance, and safety of the finished product. The process typically involves the use of specialized tools, such as deburring knives, files, brushes, or machines, which remove the burrs by shaving, grinding, or brushing them away. These tools are carefully applied to the edges and surfaces of the workpiece to eliminate any sharp edges, rough spots, or other imperfections that may have been left behind during the initial fabrication process.

    Deburring serves several purposes. Apart from improving the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the workpiece, it also helps prevent injuries that could result from handling sharp or rough edges. Additionally, the removal of burrs can prevent interference or damage to other components or equipment that come into contact with the workpiece. By ensuring smooth and properly finished surfaces, deburring contributes to the overall quality and durability of the manufactured item.

Etymology of DEBURR

The word "deburr" is derived from the combination of the prefix "de-" and the word "burr".

The prefix "de-" is a commonly used prefix in English, indicating a reversal or removal of something. In the case of "deburr", it implies the removal of the burr.

The term "burr" comes from Old English and originally referred to rough, prickly plant parts, such as the burdock seed. Over time, it has evolved to have various meanings, one of which is a small, rough, or irregular projection or piece of material, often produced during machining processes.

Therefore, "deburr" essentially means to remove or eliminate the burr from a machined object or surface, typically to make it smoother, safer, or more aesthetically pleasing.

Conjugate verb Deburr

CONDITIONAL

I would deburr
you would deburr
he/she/it would deburr
we would deburr
they would deburr

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be deburring
you would be deburring
he/she/it would be deburring
we would be deburring
they would be deburring

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have deburr
you would have deburr
he/she/it would have deburr
we would have deburr
they would have deburr

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been deburring
you would have been deburring
he/she/it would have been deburring
we would have been deburring
they would have been deburring

FUTURE

I will deburr
you will deburr
he/she/it will deburr
we will deburr
they will deburr

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be deburring
you will be deburring
he/she/it will be deburring
we will be deburring
they will be deburring

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have deburred
you will have deburred
he/she/it will have deburred
we will have deburred
they will have deburred

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been deburring
you will have been deburring
he/she/it will have been deburring
we will have been deburring
they will have been deburring

IMPERATIVE

you deburr
we let´s deburr

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to deburr

PAST

I deburred
you deburred
he/she/it deburred
we deburred
they deburred

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was deburring
you were deburring
he/she/it was deburring
we were deburring
they were deburring

PAST PARTICIPLE

deburred

PAST PERFECT

I had deburred
you had deburred
he/she/it had deburred
we had deburred
they had deburred

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been deburring
you had been deburring
he/she/it had been deburring
we had been deburring
they had been deburring

PRESENT

I deburr
you deburr
he/she/it deburrs
we deburr
they deburr

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am deburring
you are deburring
he/she/it is deburring
we are deburring
they are deburring

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

deburring

PRESENT PERFECT

I have deburred
you have deburred
he/she/it has deburred
we have deburred
they have deburred

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been deburring
you have been deburring
he/she/it has been deburring
we have been deburring
they have been deburring