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rabbetMain Entry: 1rab·bet Pronunciation: \ˈra-bət\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English rabet, perhaps from Middle French rabat act of forcing down, from Old French rabattre to force down, fold over, reduce — more at rebate Date: 14th century : a channel, groove, or recess cut out of the edge or face of a surface; especially : one intended to receive another member (as a panel)
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