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   dovetail

   /ˈdʌvteɪl/

   noun

   • 1. a joint formed by one or more tapered projections (tenons) on one piece which interlock with corresponding notches or recesses (mortises) in another.
   • ▪ a tenon used in a dovetail joint, typically wider at its extremity.

   verb

   • 1. join together by means of a dovetail. Similar jointjoinfit togetherlinkinterlocksplicemortisetenon
   • 2. fit or cause to fit together easily and conveniently: "plan to enable parents to dovetail their career and family commitments" Similar fit ingo togetherbe consistentagreeaccordconcurcoincidematchfitbe in agreementconformequateharmonizefall inbe in tunecorrelatecorrespondtallyinformal:squarejibearchaic:quadrate

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   The meaning of DOVETAIL is something resembling a dove's tail; especially : a flaring tenon and a mortise into which it fits tightly making an interlocking joint between two pieces (as of wood). How to use dovetail in a sentence.

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   DOVETAIL definition: 1. a type of joint used to fix two pieces of wood firmly together 2. to cause something to fit…. Learn more.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDOVETAIL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   DOVETAIL meaning: 1. a type of joint used to fix two pieces of wood firmly together 2. to cause something to fit…. Learn more.

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   Dovetail definition: a tenon broader at its end than at its base; pin.. See examples of DOVETAIL used in a sentence.

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   Define dovetail. dovetail synonyms, dovetail pronunciation, dovetail translation, English dictionary definition of dovetail. n. 1. A fan-shaped tenon that forms a tight interlocking joint when fitted into a corresponding mortise. 2. A joint formed by interlocking one or more such...

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   A dovetail is a joint in woodworking where two sides are fitted together with interlocking pieces. You can also use the word dovetail to show how other things fit well together — like how your picnic plans nicely dovetail with the sunny forecast.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdovetail verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   dovetail (something) (with/into something) if two things dovetail or if one thing dovetails with another, they fit together well. My plans dovetailed nicely with hers. She dovetails motherhood with a career working from home.

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   dovetail meaning, definition, what is dovetail: to fit together perfectly or to make two...: Learn more.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryDOVETAIL definition in American English | Collins English...

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    If two things dovetail or if one thing dovetails with another, the two things fit together neatly or have some common characteristics.

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    DOVETAIL meaning: a type of joint that is used to connect two pieces of wood together