n. One who makes, forms, or shapes.n. In meta-work, a combined lathe and planer, which can be used, with attachments, for doing a great variety of work.n. A form of stamping-machine or stamping-press for sheetmetal.n. In wood-working, a paneling- or molding-machine for cutting moldings of irregular forms.n. A shaper in which the piece operated upon can be rotated and hence a (nearly) cylindrical surface can be finished.