noun a block of wood used as a backing for a piece of wood being shaped with an adz
An adz block is a tool used in woodworking for shaping wood by hand. It is typically a block of wood with a groove for holding an adz, a cutting tool with a curved blade used for carving and shaping wood.
Woodworkers use adz blocks in traditional hand tool woodworking to create curved and sculpted surfaces on wooden pieces.
In carpentry, an adz block is used for rough shaping and smoothing of wood surfaces, similar to a plane but with a more aggressive cutting action.
Adz blocks are essential tools for hand tool enthusiasts and traditional woodworkers who prefer working with hand tools over power tools.
Adz blocks have been used for centuries in traditional woodworking techniques, particularly in creating curved and decorative elements in furniture and architectural features.
In the field of writing, 'adz block' may refer to a writer experiencing a creative block or lack of inspiration while working on a project.
Psychologists may use the term 'adz block' to describe a mental block or barrier that is hindering a client's progress in therapy or personal development.
For marketing specialists, 'adz block' could refer to a situation where a team is struggling to come up with new and innovative advertising ideas for a campaign.
In software development, 'adz block' may refer to a period of time when a developer is stuck on a particular coding problem and unable to make progress.