tenon
/ˈtɛnən/
noun
- A projecting piece of wood or other material that fits into a mortise to form a joint, used in carpentry and woodworking.
- A strong tenon joint is essential for building a sturdy table.
- He measured the tenon carefully to ensure a snug fit.
- The carpenter cut a tenon on the end of the board to fit into the mortise.
verb
- To cut or shape a tenon on a piece of material.
- He tenoned the end of the rail before assembling the frame.
- The machine can tenon multiple pieces at once for efficiency.
- She learned how to tenon the wood using a chisel and mallet.