Calenderer

/ˈkælɪndərər/ noun

Definition

A worker who operates a calender machine to smooth and gloss textiles, paper, or other materials.

Etymology

From calender (the verb/machine) plus the agent suffix -er, forming a noun for the person operating the equipment.

Kelly Says

Calenderers had to have incredible skill and judgment—pressing material just enough to make it perfect without damaging it was an art form that commanded good wages in textile mills.

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