Toenailed: meaning, definitions and examples

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toenailed

 

[ ˈtoʊneɪld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

fastening method

Toenailed refers to the technique of driving a nail at an angle into a piece of wood, often used in carpentry and woodworking. This method provides extra holding power and helps to secure two pieces of material together more effectively than straight nailing. Toenailed joints are commonly found in framing construction, such as when attaching floor joists to beams. This technique helps to achieve a strong, stable structure that can support weight and withstand forces.

Synonyms

fasten, nail, secure

Examples of usage

  • The carpenter toenailed the beams to ensure stability.
  • After toenailed the floor joists, the structure felt solid.
  • Toenailed connections can prevent wobbling in furniture.

Translations

Translations of the word "toenailed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pregado

🇮🇳 नाखूनों से ठोंका हुआ

🇩🇪 genagelt

🇮🇩 dipaku

🇺🇦 прибитий

🇵🇱 przybity

🇯🇵 釘付けされた

🇫🇷 cloué

🇪🇸 clavado

🇹🇷 çivile çakılmış

🇰🇷 못으로 고정된

🇸🇦 مثبت بمسامير

🇨🇿 přibitý

🇸🇰 pribitý

🇨🇳 钉住的

🇸🇮 pribit

🇮🇸 naglaður

🇰🇿 бұрышталған

🇬🇪 დააჭერილი

🇦🇿 düyməyə basılmış

🇲🇽 clavado

Etymology

The term 'toenailed' originates from the combination of 'toe' and 'nail', which describes the angle at which the nail is driven. It gained popularity in woodworking and construction during the 19th century as builders sought more effective methods for joining materials. The 'toe' aspect references the angled placement of the nail, which differs from traditional nailing techniques where nails are driven straight in. Toenailing provides additional strength and stability to joints, especially in structures subject to movement or load. Over time, this technique has been adopted in various forms of construction, especially in residential framing, where securing joints is critical for safety and durability.