Dowelling

usgb/ˈdaʊəlɪŋ/
noun

A wooden or metal rod that fits into a hole made in another piece to support or join them together.

Use a dowelling jig to ensure that the holes for the dowelling rods are perfectly aligned in both pieces of wood.
Visual representation of "dowelling" - A wooden or metal rod that fits into a hole made in another piece to support or join them together.

Often appears as...

  • dowelling jig
  • dowelling joint

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Carpentry Term

Dowelling is often used in carpentry and woodworking contexts to describe joining pieces of wood.

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The carpenter explained that dowelling provides a strong joint between the chair legs and seat.
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Precise Alignment

Accuracy is important; 'dowelling' implies creating precise holes and insertion for a snug fit.

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The shelves were wobbly because the dowelling was not accurately done.
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Tool Use

Using 'dowelling' suggests you may also need to use specific tools like a dowelling jig for the task.

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He picked up his dowelling jig to start assembling the bookcase.
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