Rabbet

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈɹæbɪt/
• Rhymes: -æbɪt
• Homophones: rabbit

Full definition of rabbet

Noun

1. A longitudinal channel, groove, or recess cut out of the edge or face of a plank of wood or other material; especially, one intended to fit another member to form a joint.

Verb

1. (transitive) To cut a rabbet in a piece of material.

Derived terms

• rabbeted
• rabbet joint
• rabbet plane

Anagrams

• barbet