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Definitions from the WebTwo-by-fourNoun1. A piece of lumber that measures 2 inches by 4 inches (actual dimensions can vary slightly). Example sentence: My dad used a two-by-four to fix the broken fence in our backyard. Related products: Two-by-four lumber Adjective1. Describing something as narrow, thin, or small in size. Example sentence: The shelves in the tiny pantry were made of two-by-four planks. Related products: Two-by-four shelves Adverb1. Indicating that something was done using a two-by-four. Example sentence: He secured the loose boards two-by-four, making sure they wouldn't come off again. Idiom1. To describe a person or item that is ordinary or unremarkable. Example sentence: The book was just a two-by-four, lacking any innovative ideas. Related products: Ordinary books | ||||
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