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Half-lap joints

Scope note

Transverse joints formed at the intersection of two equally thick pieces of wood, both having been notched to half their original depth, so as to form a joint with flush faces. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300068642

Broader Terms used

lap joints

Equivalent Terms used

half-lap joint

Created

13yrs ago

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