Definition of "swarf" []

• Fine metallic filings or shavings removed by a cutting tool. (noun)

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• "But other waste streams pose bigger challenges, like this stuff called swarf (ph)."
• "Like this stuff, called swarf, a mixture of metals shavings and liquid."
• "But other waste streams pose bigger challenges like this stuff, called swarf, a mixture of metal shavings and liquids."