The elimination of flaws and rough or sharp areas on the surface of blown or cast glass objects; usually achieved by some combination of grinding and polishing.
Verb
To eliminate flaws and rough or sharp areas on blown or cast glass objects by some combination of grinding and polishing.
Origin
cold + work, contrasted with the heated conditions of the original creation of the object.
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