bevel (Meaning)
bevel (n)
two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees
a hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together so you can draw or measure angles of any size
bevel (v)
cut a bevel on; shape to a bevel
bevel (n.)
Any angle other than a right angle; the angle which one surface makes with another when they are not at right angles; the slant or inclination of such surface; as, to give a bevel to the edge of a table or a stone slab; the bevel of a piece of timber.
An instrument consisting of two rules or arms, jointed together at one end, and opening to any angle, for adjusting the surfaces of work to the same or a given inclination; -- called also a bevel square.
bevel (a.)
Having the slant of a bevel; slanting.
Hence: Morally distorted; not upright.
bevel (v. t.)
To cut to a bevel angle; to slope the edge or surface of.
bevel (v. i.)
To deviate or incline from an angle of 90
Synonyms & Antonyms of bevel
bevel Sentence Examples
- The carpenter carefully beveled the edge of the board to create a smooth transition.
- The sloping bevel of the roof shed water effectively, preventing leaks.
- The beveled glass window panes allowed light to enter while distorting the view.
- The metalworker sharpened the blade to a precise bevel for optimal cutting efficiency.
- The woodworker used a hand plane to create a subtle bevel on the surface of the table.
- The beveled gears in the transmission allowed for a seamless transfer of power.
- The bevel of the knife blade provided an acute cutting angle for slicing fine details.
- The beveled edges of the metal plate prevented sharp corners from snagging on clothing.
- The beveled cut on the metal pipe allowed it to fit snugly into the angled socket.
- The beveled underside of the boat hull reduced drag and improved hydrodynamic performance.
FAQs About the word bevel
two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees, a hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together so you can draw or measure angles of an
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The carpenter carefully beveled the edge of the board to create a smooth transition.
The sloping bevel of the roof shed water effectively, preventing leaks.
The beveled glass window panes allowed light to enter while distorting the view.
The metalworker sharpened the blade to a precise bevel for optimal cutting efficiency.
