dowelling

/ˈdaʊəlɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process or technique of joining pieces with dowels.
    • He learned dowelling in his first woodworking class.
    • The dowelling of the frame added extra strength.
    • Dowelling is a common method in fine furniture making.
adjective
  1. Relating to or used for dowelling.
    • The dowelling bit fit into the drill perfectly.
    • She bought a dowelling jig to make precise holes.
    • He used a dowelling guide for the project.
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