Meaning Of The Word Tenon

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What's The Definition Of Tenon?

tenon in American English
a projecting part cut on the end of a piece of wood, etc. for insertion into a corresponding hole (mortise) in another piece to make a joint
to make a tenon (on)
noun: a projection formed on the end of a timber or the like for insertion into a mortise of the same dimensions
transitive verb: to provide with a tenon

tenon in British English
to form a tenon on (a piece of wood)
noun: the projecting end of a piece of wood formed to fit into a corresponding mortise in another piece

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