A dowel is a small fasteningSomething that attaches objects and keeps them fixed in place. piece used to join two matching holes in separateNot connected; existing as different items or sections. pieces of material, usually wood. It helps keep the pieces alignedPositioned so parts line up correctly with each other. and held together.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈdaʊəl/
Easy pronunciation: DOW-uhl (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress on the first syllable.
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Dowel Meaning
a small pin used to join two pieces of material together
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a fastener that is inserted into holes in two adjacent pieces and holds them together
Example: The shelf is held in place with wooden dowels.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- dowel pin — A close technical synonym for the fastening piece sense.
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Dowel Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- dowel pin
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse dowel with joggle, but joggle is not the same thing.
- Dowel usually refers to the fastening pin, not just any wooden rod.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does dowel mean?
A dowel is a small fastener, usually a pin or peg, used to join two pieces of material together.
What is a synonym for dowel?
A close synonym is dowel pin.
Is dowel the same as a wooden rod?
Not exactly. A dowel can be a round wooden piece, but in this sense it specifically refers to a fastener used to join pieces together.
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