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Mortise-and

Description:

The term "mortise-and" refers to a woodworking joint where a mortise hole is created in one piece of wood, and a corresponding tenon is made in another piece to join them securely together.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Possible Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A type of woodworking joint that consists of a mortise and a tenon.

Example sentence: The skilled carpenter used a mortise-and joint to construct the sturdy wooden cabinet.

Adjective:

1. Referring to or relating to a mortise-and joint.

Example sentence: The table was built using mortise-and construction, ensuring its durability and stability.

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