Mitre (Noun)
Meaning 1
The surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made; "he covered the miter with glue before making the joint".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
Joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully cut a mitre joint to connect the two pieces of wood, ensuring a seamless corner.
- The mitre joint on the picture frame was perfectly aligned, giving it a professional finish.
- To create a sturdy and attractive corner, the builder used a mitre joint on the trim work.
- The cabinetmaker's expertise was evident in the precise mitre joints that held the shelves together.
- The instructions for assembling the bookshelf emphasized the importance of properly aligning the mitre joints.