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Definition of smoothness noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

smoothness

noun
 
/ˈsmuːðnəs/
 
/ˈsmuːðnəs/
[uncountable]
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  1. the quality a surface has when it is completely flat and even, without any rough areas or holes
    • the smoothness of her skin
    opposite roughness (1)
  2. the quality a substance has when it is without any solid pieces
    • The cheesecake gets its velvety smoothness from beaten egg white.
  3. the state of happening or continuing without any problems
    • They admired the smoothness and efficiency with which the business was run.
  4. the quality of being even and regular, without sudden stops and starts
    • the speed and smoothness of the ride
  5. (often disapproving) the fact of being very polite and pleasant, but in a way that is often not very sincere
    • She was attracted by his intelligence but was wary of his smoothness.
  6. the quality of being pleasant and not bitter in taste
    • the smoothness of the coffee
  7. the quality of being nice to hear, and without any rough or unpleasant sounds
    • The small orchestra played with smoothness and clarity of tone.
ancient
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