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mitre

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joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner

Related source terms

miter jointmitre jointmiter

Other meanings

2. noun

the surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made

3. noun

a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions

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