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Concealed hinges

Scope note

Use for door hinges that are visible when the door is open but concealed when the door is closed. Distinguished from "invisible hinges" which are completely concealed, from the outside, whether the door is open or closed.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300033373

Broader Terms used

<hinges by visibility>

Equivalent Terms used

concealed hinge

Created

13yrs ago

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