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Last′ing-ma-chine′.


Shoemaking.) A device for drawing the upper leather of a boot or shoe smoothly over the last, turning the projecting edges down upon the insole, and holding them until they are properly secured by tacks or other fastenings.

Lasting-pinchers.

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