Anviling

/ˈænvɪlɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of anvil; the act of shaping or working metal or other materials on an anvil using a hammer.

Etymology

From 'anvil' (noun) + '-ing' suffix; describes the ongoing action of anvil work, following standard English verb formation patterns.

Kelly Says

Anviling is one of the oldest industrial processes still recognizable by its original name—while we say 'welding' and 'soldering,' anvil-smiths still 'anvil' metal just like their ancestors did.

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