jointer, jointer plane, jointing plane, long plane
(noun) a long carpenter’s plane used to shape the edges of boards so they will fit together
Source: WordNet® 3.1
jointer (plural jointers)
(literally) One that joints.
Any of various tools used to construct or finish joints, especially
(woodworking) The largest kind of plane used by a joiner.
(construction) A pointing-trowel.
A bent piece of iron for riveting two stones together.
An equivalent machine, notably used to produce a flat surface on boards.
• rejoint
Source: Wiktionary
Joint"er, n.
1. One who, or that which, joints.
2. A plane for smoothing the surfaces of pieces which are to be accurately joined; especially: (a) The longest plane used by a joiner. (b) (Coopering) A long stationary plane, for plaining the edges of barrel staves.
3. (Masonry) (a) A bent piece of iron inserted to strengthen the joints of a wall. (b) A tool for pointing the joints in brickwork.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
22 November 2024
(noun) (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
Decaffeinated coffee is not caffeine-free. Studies from the National Institute of Health (US) have shown that virtually all decaf coffee types contain caffeine. A 236-ml (8-oz) cup of decaf coffee contains up to 7 mg of caffeine, whereas a regular cup provided 70-140 mg.
