Joinery

noun

noun ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A factory producing wooden products such as tables, doors, and cabinets. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    the craft of a joiner wordnet
  3. 3
    The work of the joiner. countable, uncountable

    "The timbering and centring used for the construction of the main arch were exceptionally massive, and were acclaimed as masterpieces of joinery in contemporary reports on the progress of the work."

  4. 4
    fine woodwork done by a joiner wordnet

Example

More examples

"Seasoned timber is better for construction and joinery."

Etymology

From joiner + -y; see also -ery.

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