<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a straightedge used for sweeping off heaped-up grain to the level of the rim of a measure</li><li>Metallurgy: a template rotated to generate a mold surface symmetrical about one axis</li><li>an implement for sharpening scythes, composed typically of a piece of wood smeared with grease and sand</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to sweep off or remove with a strickle</li></ul>