rabbet (Meaning)
rabbet (n)
a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together
rabbet (v)
join with a rabbet joint
cut a rectangular groove into
rabbet (v. t.)
To cut a rabbet in; to furnish with a rabbet.
To unite the edges of, as boards, etc., in a rabbet joint.
rabbet (n.)
A longitudinal channel, groove, or recess cut out of the edge or face of any body; especially, one intended to receive another member, so as to break or cover the joint, or more easily to hold the members in place; thus, the groove cut for a panel, for a pane of glass, or for a door, is a rabbet, or rebate.
Same as joint, below.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rabbet
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rabbet Sentence Examples
- The cabinetmaker meticulously created a rabbet joint to join the two pieces of wood.
- The rabbet provided a tight fit for the shelf, ensuring its stability.
- The window frame featured a rabbet to accommodate the glass pane.
- The rabbet on the panel allowed it to slide effortlessly into the groove.
- The interlocking rabbets of the doorjamb securely held the door in place.
- The builder used a rabbeting plane to create a precise rabbet in the lumber.
- The rabbets on the molding served as decorative accents.
- The rabbet cutter quickly and accurately formed the rabbet in the edge of the board.
- The cabinet's doors concealed a rabbet joint that allowed for easy opening and closing.
- The rabbet on the back of the artwork provided a way to hang it securely on the wall.
FAQs About the word rabbet
a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together, join with a rabbet joint, cut a rectangular groove intoTo cut a rabbet in; to furnish with a rabbet., To
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The cabinetmaker meticulously created a rabbet joint to join the two pieces of wood.
The rabbet provided a tight fit for the shelf, ensuring its stability.
The window frame featured a rabbet to accommodate the glass pane.
The rabbet on the panel allowed it to slide effortlessly into the groove.
