WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Dowel

Noun:

A small cylindrical piece of wood, metal, or plastic used to reinforce joints or to support shelves in a frame.

Example sentence:

I need to insert a dowel into these two pieces of wood to make the joint stronger.

Verb:

To join two pieces of material with a dowel.

Example sentence:

You can dowel the legs of the table to the top for added stability.

Adjective:

Relating to or characteristic of the people or community in a specific locality.

Example sentence:

In this dowel fair, all the vendors are from local artisans and craftsmen.

Related Products:

• Wooden Dowels
• Metal Dowels
• Plastic Dowels