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jointer
CIDE DICTIONARY
jointer, n.
- One who, or that which, joints. [1913 Webster]
- A plane for smoothing the surfaces of pieces which are to be accurately joined [1913 Webster]
- A bent piece of iron inserted to strengthen the joints of a wall. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
jointer, n.
1 a a plane for jointing. b a tool for jointing or pointing masonry.
2 a worker employed in jointing wires, pipes, etc.
1 a a plane for jointing. b a tool for jointing or pointing masonry.
2 a worker employed in jointing wires, pipes, etc.
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