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Dovetail Definition & Meaning

dovetail
noun
  1. a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises
verb
  1. fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail

"Dovetail" in song lyrics

See how dovetail is used in real songs:

  • "homeshopping network dovetail"
    AOL — AOL
  • "how to dovetail"
    AOL — AOL
  • "race to win- dovetail"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dovetail"

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Frequently asked questions

What does dovetail mean?
a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail
What part of speech is dovetail?
Dovetail is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does dovetail have?
Dovetail has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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