Dictionary Check: miter

"miter" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner

noun

the surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made

Example: "he covered the miter with glue before making the joint"
Synonyms:
noun

a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions

Synonyms:
verb

bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint

verb

confer a miter on (a bishop)

verb

fit together in a miter joint

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