Pronunciation: /ˈræbɪt/
noun a groove or channel cut in a piece of wood or other material, typically forming a right angle with one side
A1 The carpenter used a rabbet to join the pieces of wood together.
A2 The bookshelf was assembled using rabbet joints for added stability.
B1 The picture frame had a rabbet cut into the back to hold the glass and artwork.
B2 The cabinet maker carefully crafted the rabbet to ensure a seamless fit for the door.
C1 The precision of the rabbet joint was crucial in creating a seamless finish on the furniture piece.
C2 The master woodworker demonstrated his skill by creating intricate rabbet joints in his latest masterpiece.
verb to cut a groove or channel in a piece of wood or other material
A1 The carpenter will rabbet the edges of the wood to create a smooth joint.
A2 I learned how to rabbet the corners of the picture frame in my woodworking class.
B1 The cabinet maker rabbeted the door frame for a perfect fit.
B2 Before assembling the bookshelf, make sure to rabbet the shelves for a seamless finish.
C1 The master craftsman rabbeted the intricate design on the antique table with precision.
C2 To achieve a professional look, the artisan rabbeted the intricate details on the custom-made furniture.
formal The carpenter carefully measured and cut a rabbet joint to join the pieces of wood together.
informal I watched a YouTube tutorial on how to make a rabbet joint for my DIY project.
slang I totally messed up the rabbet cut on this shelf, it's all crooked now.
figurative She had to rabbet her expectations for the event after hearing about the limited budget.
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