Meaning of the word "emery board" in English

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emery board

US /ˈem.ər.i ˌbɔːrd/
UK /ˈem.ər.i bɔːd/
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Noun

a small, thin strip of wood or cardboard coated with abrasive material, used for filing and shaping fingernails or toenails

Example:
She used an emery board to smooth the edges of her nails.
Always file your nails in one direction with an emery board to prevent splitting.