dovetail

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[ˈdʌvteɪl], (Noun)

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- a joint formed by one or more tapered projections (tenons) on one piece which interlock with corresponding notches or recesses (mortises) in another


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[ˈdʌvteɪl], (Verb)

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- join together by means of a dovetail

- fit or cause to fit together easily and conveniently
(e.g: plan to enable parents to dovetail their career and family commitments)


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definition by Oxford Dictionaries