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- DictionaryDove·tail/ˈdəvˌtāl/
noun
- 1. a joint formed by one or more tapered projections (tenons) on one piece which interlock with corresponding notches or recesses (mortises) in another.
verb
- 1. join together by means of a dovetail.
The meaning of DOVETAIL is something resembling a dove's tail; especially : a flaring tenon and a mortise into which it fits tightly making an interlocking joint between two pieces (as of wood). How to use dovetail in a sentence.
DOVETAIL definition: 1. a type of joint used to fix two pieces of wood firmly together 2. to cause something to fit…. Learn more.
DOVETAIL meaning: 1. a type of joint used to fix two pieces of wood firmly together 2. to cause something to fit…. Learn more.
Dovetail definition: a tenon broader at its end than at its base; pin.. See examples of DOVETAIL used in a sentence.
dove•tail. (ˈdʌvˌteɪl) n. 1. a tenon broader at its end than at its base; pin. 2. a joint formed of one or more such tenons fitting tightly within corresponding mortises. v.t., v.i. 3. to join or fit together by means of a dovetail or dovetails. 4. to join or fit together compactly or harmoniously.
A dovetail is a joint in woodworking where two sides are fitted together with interlocking pieces. You can also use the word dovetail to show how other things fit well together — like how your picnic plans nicely dovetail with the sunny forecast.
1. a part or thing shaped like a dove's tail; specif., a projecting, wedge-shaped part ( tenon) that fits into a corresponding cut-out space ( mortise) to form an interlocking joint. 2. a joint thus formed.
A complete guide to the word "DOVETAIL": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
dovetail meaning, definition, what is dovetail: to fit together perfectly or to make two...: Learn more.
Definition of dovetail noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
