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rabbet Definition


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rabbet
noun
    1. A groove cut along the edge of a piece of wood, etc, usually to join with a tongue or projection in a matching piece.
verb rabbeted, rabbeting
    1. To cut a rabbet in something.
    2. To join (eg two pieces of wood) with a rabbet.
Etymology: 15c: from French rabattre to beat down.



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