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Miter squares

Scope note

Squares with one edge having an angle of 45 degrees; used for laying out miter joints. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300024266

Broader Terms used

squares (tools)

Equivalent Terms used

miter square

Created

13yrs ago

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