darby
nounattested in dialogue
A specialized tool used to smooth and level the surface of wet concrete, consisting of a stiff wedge or triangle of wood or metal.
noun
- 1
A specialized tool used to smooth and level the surface of wet concrete, consisting of a stiff wedge or triangle of wood or metal.
Etymology
Uncertain; possibly from the town of Derby.
Forms
- plural
- darbies
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darby · A specialized tool used to smooth and level the surface of wet concrete, consisting of a stiff wedge or triangle of wood or metal.
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