mortice (Meaning)
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mortice (n)
a square hole made to receive a tenon and so to form a joint
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mortice (v)
cut a hole for a tenon in
join by a tenon and mortise
Synonyms & Antonyms of mortice
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mortice Sentence Examples
- The mortice in the door frame perfectly accommodated the tenon.
- The carpenter measured the mortice with meticulous precision to ensure a sturdy joint.
- The mortice and tenon technique provided a secure and long-lasting connection between the two beams.
- The craftsman used a chisel to create a clean and accurate mortice.
- The mortice housed the lock, securely locking the door.
- The deep mortice allowed for the installation of a strong bolt.
- The mortice was reinforced with dowels to enhance its durability.
- The elaborate mortice added a decorative touch to the furniture piece.
- The mortice was filled with glue to provide additional strength and stability.
- The interlocking mortice and tenon joints prevented the structure from shifting or warping.
FAQs About the word mortice
a square hole made to receive a tenon and so to form a joint, cut a hole for a tenon in, join by a tenon and mortise
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The mortice in the door frame perfectly accommodated the tenon.
The carpenter measured the mortice with meticulous precision to ensure a sturdy joint.
The mortice and tenon technique provided a secure and long-lasting connection between the two beams.
The craftsman used a chisel to create a clean and accurate mortice.
