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dovetailed


Meanings
  • The process of fitting and joining two pieces of material, typically wood, by cutting complementary shapes in their edges, creating a tight, interlocking fit.

    - "He spent hours dovetailing the wooden panels for the new cabinet."
    - "The expert craftsman demonstrated the technique of dovetailing by carefully cutting and fitting the pieces of wood together."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with dovetailed
Beveled , javelin,avel in , haven in , heaving in , beaching in.
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dovetail , dovetailed , dovetailing , dovetails
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The technique of dovetailing can be used to create various forms and shapes, including rectangular, square, triangular, and circular forms. The interlocking nature of the dovetail joint also makes it a strong and durable connection, making it an ideal choice for constructing various forms and structures, including furniture, buildings, and bridges.


Etymology
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The term 'dovetail' is believed to have originated from the shape of the interlocking joints formed when the pieces of material are dovetailed together. This shape is said to resemble the tail of a dove.


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  1. The term 'dovetail' is believed to have originated from the shape of the interlocking joints formed when the pieces of material are dovetailed together. This shape is said to resemble the tail of a dove.

  2. The technique of dovetailing has been used for centuries to create intricately designed and beautifully crafted objects, including furniture, musical instruments, and decorative boxes. This technique is often considered a mark of excellence and craftsmanship.

  3. The interlocking nature of the dovetail joint also makes it a strong and durable connection, making it an ideal choice for constructing various forms and structures, including furniture, buildings, and bridges.


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  1. Joinery: Joinery is the art and technique of constructing and assembling various forms and structures, including furniture, buildings, and bridges, using a variety of interlocking joints, including mortise-and-tenon joints, dovetail joints, lap joints, and scarf joints. Joinery is often considered a mark of fine craftsmanship and is often used in the construction of high-quality and long-lasting furniture, buildings, and other structures.


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In various cultures and traditions, the technique of dovetailing has been used for centuries to create intricately designed and beautifully crafted objects, including furniture, musical instruments, and decorative boxes. This technique is often considered a mark of excellence and craftsmanship.

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