noun a groove cut in the base of a board or panel for joining purposes
In construction, a dado can refer to a groove or trench cut into a surface to accommodate another component.
In architecture, a dado is the lower part of a wall, often decorated with molding or paneling.
In woodworking, a dado is a slot cut into the surface of a piece of wood to receive another part.
In furniture design, dado joints are commonly used to join pieces of wood at right angles.
In art history, dado refers to the lower part of a frieze or other decorative element in a building.
In woodworking, a dado is a slot or trench cut into the surface of a piece of wood. Writers may also use the term dado to refer to a decorative architectural feature in a room.
In psychology, dado may be used in the context of cognitive behavioral therapy to refer to a technique or tool used to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns.
Architects may use the term dado to describe a type of molding or paneling used in interior design to divide a wall into sections or to add decorative elements.
Carpenters use dado in the context of woodworking to refer to a joint or groove cut into a piece of wood to allow another piece to fit into it securely.