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bevel

The correct spelling is bevel.

How to pronounce bevel

/ˈbɛvəl/
noun

IPA: /ˈbɛvəl/

Say it like: Bev-el

The correct spelling is bevel. An edge that is canted, one that is not a 90-degree angle; a chamfer. For example: "to give a bevel to the edge of a table or a stone slab"

Usage Examples

to give a bevel to the edge of a table or a stone slab

a bevel angle

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An edge that is canted, one that is not a 90-degree angle; a chamfer.
  2. 2.An instrument consisting of two rules or arms, jointed together at one end, and opening to any angle, for adjusting the surfaces of work to the same or a given inclination; a bevel square.

verb

  1. 1.To give a canted edge to a surface; to chamfer.

adjective

  1. 1.Having the slant of a bevel; slanting.
  2. 2.Morally distorted; not upright.

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