ANVIL
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An"vil (&unr_;), n. [OE. anvelt, anfelt, anefelt, AS. anfilt, onfilt; of uncertain origin; cf. OHG. anafalz, D. aanbeld.] 1. An iron block, usually with a steel face, upon which metals are hammered and shaped.
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2. Anything resembling an anvil in shape or use. Specifically (Anat.), the incus. See Incus.
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To be on the anvil, to be in a state of discussion, formation, or preparation, as when a scheme or measure is forming, but not matured. Swift.
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An"vil, v. t. To form or shape on an anvil; to hammer out; as, anviled armor. Beau. & Fl.
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