Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bevel
noun
/ˈbev.əl/
Definition
A bevel is an angled surface that is not perpendicular to the faces of an object.
Examples
- The carpenter used a bevel on the edge of the table for a smoother finish.
- She cut the wood at a 45-degree bevel to create a picture frame.
- The designer incorporated bevels into the glass to enhance its appearance.
Meaning
In woodworking or metalworking, a bevel is often created to allow two pieces to fit together at an angle rather than at a straight 90-degree angle.
Synonyms
- angle
- slant
- inclination
- slope
