used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
aimverbUS /eɪm/
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
beamsnounUS /biːmz/
plural of “beam” — a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
bracesnounUS /ˈbreɪsəz/
an appliance that corrects dental irregularities
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
CONSTRUCTIONnounUS /kənˈstrʌkʃən/
the act of constructing something
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
conveyverbUS /kənˈveɪ/
(of information) make known; pass on
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
characterized by great determination
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
elementsnounUS /ˈeləmənts/
violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
forciblyadverbUS /ˈfɔːrsəbli/
in a forcible manner
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
framingnounUS /ˈfreɪmɪŋ/
formulation of the plans and important details
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
IllustrationsnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃənz/
plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
involvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvd/
connected by participation or association or use
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
jointnounUS /dʒɔɪnt/
(anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion)
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
JOINTSnounUS /dʒɔɪnts/
plural of “joint” — (anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion)
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
lappingnounUS /ˈlæpɪŋ/
covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles)
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
methodsnounUS /ˈmeθədz/
plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
used to form the superlative
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
absolutely essential
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
plural of “piece” — a separate part of a whole
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
ReferencenounUS /ˈrefərəns/
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
scarfing
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From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
serviceableadjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrvəsəbəl/
ready for service or able to give long service
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
sizesnounUS /ˈsaɪzəz/
plural of “size” — the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
supportsnounUS /səˈpɔːrts/
plural of “support” — the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
timbersnounUS /ˈtɪmbərz/
plural of “timber” — the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
typesnounUS /taɪps/
plural of “type” — a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
unitingnounUS /juːˈnaɪtɪŋ/
the combination of two or more commercial companies
From this reading ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOINTS In uniting two or more elements, some particular type of joint is necessary.
in or at the place that
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Our aim is to give the idea involved, and the name by which each is known.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
actively engaged in paid work
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
workmannounUS /ˈwɜːrkmən/
an employee who performs manual or industrial labor
From this reading In framing timbers, in making braces, in roof construction and supports, in floor beams, and in numerous other places, where strength is required, the workman should have at his command a knowledge of the most serviceable methods.
XnounUS /eks/
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading Reference has been made in Chapter X, to certain forms of scarfing and lapping pieces.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Illustrations can most forcibly convey the different types; but the sizes must be determined by the character of the material you are working with.
