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T-squares

Scope note

Squares in the shape of a T, used in technical and architectural drawing. The short arm slides along the edge of a drawing board keeping the long arm in a parallel state. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300022537

Broader Terms used

squares (tools)

Equivalent Terms used

T-square

Created

13yrs ago

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