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Definition of: swage
(swāj) noun
1. A tool or form, often one of a pair, for shaping metal by hammering or pressure.
2. An ornamental border or molding.
3. A groove on an anvil for use in, shaping metal.
4. A swage block.
—v.t. swaged, swag·ing To shape (metal) with or as with a swage or swage block. [<OF souage; ult. origin uncertain]
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