Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dowl
Noun
/daʊl/
Definition
A small dowel or pin used to secure or connect two pieces of material together.
Examples
- To fix the chair, he inserted a dowl into the joint.
- The craftsmen always use dowls for added support in their projects.
Meaning
Typically refers to a stiff cylindrical rod or pin made from wood or other material. It is used in carpentry and construction to create joints or reinforcements in furniture and other wooden structures.
Synonyms
- Pin
- Rod
- Doweling
