Preventing a smooth, level surface from being formed by raising the nap of the wood or causing larger splinters to form ahead of the cutting tool below the cutting surface.
Contrary to what is expected; especially, of behavior different from what society expects.
Unwillingly, reluctantly; contrary to one's nature.
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