underjoint

/ˈʌndərˌdʒɔɪnt/

Definitions

1. noun

A joint in a wood member that is reinforced by an additional piece of wood, typically glued or nailed to the main piece.

“The carpenter had to find the underjoint in the wooden beam to repair it properly.”

Synonyms

  • dovetail
  • dovetail joint

Antonyms

  • overlap