Rabbet joint

Pronunciation: /ˈɹæbbɪt ˈdʒɔɪnt/

Rabbet joint (noun)

  1. A joint where one piece has a groove and the other piece fits into it, making a strong corner or edge connection.

Examples

  • A rabbet joint locks two wood pieces at a corner.
  • The carpenter used a rabbet joint to join the frame securely.