PLANING Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

planing 1 of 2

verb (1)

present participle of plane

as in smoothing

to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps planed the wood for the picnic table perfectly smooth so that no one would get splinters

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planing

2 of 2

verb (2)

present participle of plane

as in flying

to move through the air with or as if with outstretched wings an eagle planed effortlessly overhead, gliding on an air current

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Recent Examples of planing

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Atapco was planing to give the Aria Homeowner’s Association $100,000 to use at its discretion on infrastructure improvements, such as speed bumps. —

Desiree Mathurin april 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026 It is built on an aluminum semi-planing hull designed for high-speed operations, exceeding 45 knots. —

Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026 The Magellano’s Dual Mode Hull, a signature feature that has been on the vessels since the series started, is a semi-planing hull with a vertical bow. —

Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025 Besides the Cool Springs location, the brand is also planing to open stores at Opry Mills and West Town Mall in Knoxville this fall. —

Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 29 Aug. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for planing

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As a wellness enthusiast who has seen Paris slowly catch up to cities like London in cutting-edge treatments, I was impressed by the Kobi-Dior offering, a luxurious take on the centuries-old Japanese wrinkle-smoothing facial.

— Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026
This thong offers minimal coverage while offering the benefit of smoothing your lower stomach.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026