Chamfer: meaning, definitions and examples

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chamfer

 

[ หˆสงรฆm.fษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

engineering, craftsmanship

A chamfer is a beveled edge that is cut or ground on an object, typically at a 45-degree angle, to remove sharp corners and provide a smooth transition between two surfaces. It is commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, and construction.

Synonyms

bevel, edge, slope

Examples of usage

  • The carpenter used a chamfer on the edges of the table.
  • To reduce sharpness, the metal parts were finished with a chamfer.
  • A chamfer can enhance the aesthetics of a design.
Context #2 | Verb

manufacturing, shaping

To chamfer means to cut or grind a chamfer on an edge or corner of an object. This process is often performed to improve safety by reducing sharpness, or to enhance the appearance of the item.

Synonyms

bevel, cut, smooth

Examples of usage

  • We need to chamfer these pieces before assembly.
  • He chamfered the edges to make the installation easier.
  • It's important to chamfer the ends of the metal bars.

Translations

Translations of the word "chamfer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chanfro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฎเฅเคซเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fase

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ chamfer

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐัะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fazowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ขๅ–ใ‚Š

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chanfrein

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chaflรกn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท chamfer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉด์ทจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญุฏูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zkosenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skosenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ€’่ง’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fasetiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brรบn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั€ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ”แƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™sik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chaflรกn

Etymology

The term 'chamfer' originates from the Middle French word 'canfre,' which referred to a beveled edge or corner. It was combined with the Old French term for a 'cut' or 'to make a hollow.' The word has evolved through various forms and adaptations in English since the late 15th century, where it began to be commonly used in woodworking and architecture. Chamfers emerged as a practical solution to both functional and aesthetic needs in design and construction, effectively blending utility and beauty.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,594 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.