smoothingrod
nounUK /ˈsmuː.ðɪŋ.rɒd/
US /ˈsmuː.ðɪŋ.rɑːd/
A smoothing rod is a special stick used to make a surface flat and even.
The worker used a smoothing rod to flatten the wet concrete.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A tool used in glassmaking to spread molten glass evenly.
The glassblower rolled the hot glass with a smoothing rod.
3. A rod-shaped device for pressing wrinkles out of fabric.
She ran the smoothing rod over the tablecloth to remove creases.
4. A metal bar used to level freshly laid asphalt.
The road crew dragged the smoothing rod across the new pavement.