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mitered

 

[ หˆmaษชtษ™red ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

carpentry construction

Mitered refers to a type of joint in woodworking or carpentry where two pieces of material, typically at 45-degree angles, are joined together to form a 90-degree angle. This technique is commonly used in frames, moldings, and other decorative elements to create a visually appealing finish. Mitered joints can provide a clean, seamless appearance and are often used in projects where aesthetics are important. Proper alignment and precision in cutting are crucial to achieving a strong, attractive mitered joint.

Synonyms

angled, beveled

Examples of usage

  • The picture frame was constructed using mitered corners.
  • For the crown molding installation, ensure the pieces are mitered accurately.
  • She preferred a mitered joint for her woodworking project.
  • Mitered joints can be reinforced with glue or dowels.

Translations

Translations of the word "mitered" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น emendado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคŸเคฐเฅ‡เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gehrt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sudut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะผั–ั‰ะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ w kฤ…cie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŸใ‚ฟใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท miter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mitrado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท miterli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธํ„ฐ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‚ุทูˆุน ุจุฒุงูˆูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zkosenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zrezanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–œๅˆ‡็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ srezan pod kotom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ horn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑั€ั‹ัˆะฟะตะฝ ะบะตัั–ะปะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒ—แƒฎแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bucaqla kษ™silmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cortado a inglete

Etymology

The term 'miter' originates from the Old French word 'mitre', which means 'a type of headdress' and is derived from the Latin word 'mitra'. This etymology is linked to the idea of 'joining' or 'gathering together'. In carpentry, the term has evolved to specifically denote the joint technique used at the angles in the construction of framed elements. The usage of mitered joints dates back to ancient woodworking practices, where artisans sought to create aesthetically pleasing and stable connections. Miter joints became particularly popular during the Renaissance period with the rise of intricate cabinet-making and decorative carpentry, solidifying their place in modern woodworking and construction techniques.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,884, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.