noun
- plural of tenon: projecting pieces of wood shaped to fit into corresponding holes (mortises) in another piece to form a joint
Usage: carpentry; woodworking
Examples
- The carpenter carefully cut the tenons to fit perfectly into the mortises.
- Traditional furniture makers rely on strong tenons for durable joints.
- The wooden frame’s tenons were slightly loose after years of use.
- She measured twice before cutting the tenons for the table legs.
- Quality tenons require precise measurements and sharp tools.
- The chair’s tenons had worked loose and needed regluing.