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bevel

bevel

1 8.3
A hand tool with two joined arms for marking or measuring angles
  • noun
  • /ˈbɛvəl/
translation icon : bisela
  • bevel edge
  • bevel gear
  • bevel angle

Examples

  • The radius of the first chamfer needs to be bigger, and I don't like the size of the bevel.

    Blog text (8)
  • For increased precision, the tool has a special two-point cutting angle lock for bevel cuts up to 45 degrees.

    Academic text (2005)
  • Choose Bevel & Emboss.

    Blog text (13)
  • They're like there are so many ways to screw up a bevel joint and I was trying to use my bandsaw and then trying to use my disc Sander to clean them.

  • This chatter-free, air-powered tool can perform compound bevels on a wide range of hard materials, including inconel, without cutting oils.

    Academic text (2001)
  • This ID clamping, welding end prep tool is designed for performing compound bevels on heavy wall pipe and tube in pipeline construction, power plant, and related applications.

    Academic text (2001)
  • The motors feature 12- or 24-V DC windings, stall torque of 5000 oz-in., 3:1 bevel gear reduction, and ceramic-10 magnetics.

    Academic text (1995)
  • The carpenter used a bevel to ensure that the angles of the joints were precise.

  • When marking the wood, make sure to adjust the bevel to the desired angle for accuracy.

  • To create a smooth edge on the frame, I set the bevel at 30 degrees before making the cut.

Synonyms

protractor
vsbevel
3 3.4

A flat tool for measuring or drawing angles in degrees

uses two hinged arms rather than a flat degree scale
bevel square
vsbevel
  • Specialized
8.2

A hand tool with two arms joined at one end to measure or mark angled lines

includes right angles as well as other angle sizes

Compounds

bevel gear
  • Specialized
6.5

A wheel with teeth set at an angle to change motion between two crossing shafts

bevel square
  • Specialized
8.2

A hand tool with two arms joined at one end to measure or mark angled lines

Surface Forms

bevel singular
bevels plural

Etymology

Bevel points to a sloping edge, so a bevel tool is a simple instrument used to set or measure that slope. A helpful way to remember it is to imagine a 'bent level' that shows an angle.