1. Noun
A machine, used for the purpose of giving cloth, paper, etc., a smooth, even, and glossy or glazed surface, by cold or hot pressure, or for watering them and giving them a wavy appearance. It consists of two or more cylinders revolving nearly in contact, with the necessary apparatus for moving and regulating.
2. Noun
One who pursues the business of calendering.
3. Noun
To press between rollers for the purpose of making smooth and glossy, or wavy, as woolen and silk stuffs, linens, paper, etc.
4. Noun
One of a sect or order of fantastically dressed or painted dervishes.
5. Noun
a machine that smooths or glazes paper or cloth by pressing it between plates or passing it through rollers
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