German Meaning of dovetail

Schwalbenschwanz

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Definitions and Meaning of dovetail in English

Wordnet

dovetail (n)

a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises

Wordnet

dovetail (v)

fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail

Webster

dovetail (n.)

A flaring tenon, or tongue (shaped like a bird's tail spread), and a mortise, or socket, into which it fits tightly, making an interlocking joint between two pieces which resists pulling a part in all directions except one.

Webster

dovetail (v. t.)

To cut to a dovetail.

To join by means of dovetails.

To fit in or connect strongly, skillfully, or nicely; to fit ingeniously or complexly.

FAQs About the word dovetail

Schwalbenschwanz

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