(1):
(a.) Made less harsh or burdensome; alleviated.
(2):
(v. t.) Technically, to make smooth by rubbing in a moist condition between hard surfaces, as in grinding pigments.
(3):
(v. t.) To make smooth in various senses
(4):
(v. t.) To free from grit; to reduce to an impalpable powder or paste.
(5):
(v. t.) To mix thoroughly, as liquids or semiliquids.
(6):
(v. t.) To polish.
(7):
(a.) Made smooth, as if polished.
(8):
(v. t.) To make smooth in action.