mortise (Meaning)

Wordnet

mortise (n)

a square hole made to receive a tenon and so to form a joint

Wordnet

mortise (v)

cut a hole for a tenon in

join by a tenon and mortise

Webster

mortise (n.)

A cavity cut into a piece of timber, or other material, to receive something (as the end of another piece) made to fit it, and called a tenon.

Webster

mortise (v. t.)

To cut or make a mortisein.

To join or fasten by a tenon and mortise; as, to mortise a beam into a post, or a joist into a girder.

Synonyms & Antonyms of mortise

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mortise Sentence Examples

  1. The mortise and tenon joint securely connected the two wooden members.
  2. The craftsman carefully chiseled out the mortise in the block of wood.
  3. The tenon slid smoothly into the mortise, creating a strong and stable connection.
  4. The mortise lock mechanism on the door required a specific key to unlock.
  5. The door's mortise and tenon construction ensured its longevity and durability.
  6. The mortise on the chair leg precisely aligned with the tenon on the side rail.
  7. The skillful joiner created an intricate mortise and tenon joint without the use of nails or glue.
  8. The mortise gauge measured the exact depth and width of the mortise.
  9. The mortise machine efficiently carved out multiple mortises in the workpiece.
  10. The mortise in the bedpost accommodated a decorative inlay that enhanced its beauty.

FAQs About the word mortise

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 mortiseA cavity cut into a piece of timber, or othe

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The mortise and tenon joint securely connected the two wooden members.

The craftsman carefully chiseled out the mortise in the block of wood.

The tenon slid smoothly into the mortise, creating a strong and stable connection.

The mortise lock mechanism on the door required a specific key to unlock.