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Tenon

usgb/ˈtenən/Volume
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Joinery TermPlay
Used specifically in woodworking or carpentry when describing how two pieces of wood are joined. SlideThe cabinet's strength relies on how well the tenon fits into its corresponding mortise.
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Fits Like a PuzzlePlay
Imagine a tenon as a puzzle piece designed to fit perfectly into a mortise, the matching hole. SlideI need to resize the tenon to fit snugly into the mortise.
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Precision NeededPlay
Creating a tenon requires accurate measurement and cutting for a stable joint. SlideMeasure twice, cut once, to ensure the tenon fits right.