rabbet

UK
/ˈræb.ɪt/
US
/ˈræb.ɪt/

Translations

rabbetnoun
rabbets
pl
UK
/ˈræb.ɪt/
US
/ˈræb.ɪt/
The carpenter used a rabbet to join the two pieces of wood.
Плотник использовал фальц, чтобы соединить два куска дерева.
Additional translations
rabbetverb
rabbeted
Past Simple
rabbeted
Past Participle
rabbeting
Gerund
UK
/ˈræbɪt/
US
/ˈræbɪt/
делать фальц
The carpenter decided to rabbet the edges of the wood for a better fit.
Плотник решил сделать фальц на краях дерева для лучшей подгонки.
Additional translations
Synonyms
hollow out
make a recess
cut a groove
rabbetadjective
Used attributively in compounds such as ‘rabbet joint’, functioning as an adjective.

Definitions

rabbetnoun
A groove cut into the edge of a piece of wood or other material, typically to receive another piece.
The carpenter cut a rabbet into the edge of the board to ensure a snug fit with the adjoining piece.
A joint or connection formed by two pieces that fit together through matching rabbets.
The picture frame relies on a rabbet to hold the glass and backing in place.
rabbetverb
To cut a groove into the edge of a piece of wood or other material, typically to allow another piece to fit into it.
The carpenter rabbets the edges of the shelf to ensure a snug fit with the back panel.
rabbetadjective
Relating to or designating a rabbet or a joint made with a rabbet.
He secured the panels with rabbet joints for extra strength.