WANIER

WANEY

Wan"ey, n.

Definition: A sharp or uneven edge on a board that is cut from a log not perfectly squared, or that is made in the process of squaring. See Wany, a.

WANY

Wan"y, v. i.

Definition: To wane. [Obs.] Chaucer.

Wan"y, a.

1. Waning or diminished in some parts; not of uniform size throughout; -- said especially of sawed boards or timber when tapering or uneven, from being cut too near the outside of the log.

2. Spoiled by wet; -- said of timber. Halliwell.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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