bevel

adjective

bev·el | \ ˈbe-vəl

Definition of bevel

(Entry 1 of 3)

: oblique, beveled a bevel edge

bevel

noun

Definition of bevel (Entry 2 of 3)

1 : an instrument consisting of two rules or arms jointed together and opening to any angle for drawing angles or adjusting surfaces to be cut at an angle

2a : the angle that one surface or line makes with another when they are not at right angles

b : the slant of such a surface or line

c : the surface or line at such a slant or inclination

3 : the part of printing type extending from face to shoulder

bevel

verb

beveled or bevelled; beveling or bevelling\ ˈbev-liŋ

, ˈbe-və- \

Definition of bevel (Entry 3 of 3)

transitive verb

: to cut or shape to a bevel

intransitive verb

: incline, slant

Examples of bevel in a Sentence

Noun

the bevel of the mirror

Verb

a tool that is used for beveling wood

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Next, cut each shelf part to its finished length by cutting a 45-degree bevel on each end. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "Three Ways to Build Your Own Shelves," 24 Jan. 2019 The teeth of this high-quality 40-tooth blade have both flat-top and alternate-top-bevel grind so the blade rips and crosscuts cleanly. — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, "5 Biggest Woodworking Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)," 15 Jan. 2019 Compound Miter Saws - These saws will cut at a variety of angles but also tilt in one direction (left) to cut a bevel. — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, "Tool School: The Compound Miter Saw," 14 Dec. 2015 The circular saw has got a 5,150 RPM motor and 0-50 degree bevel capacity, giving it the power and flexibility needed in a trusty saw. — David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, "Outfit Your Workbench With DeWalt's Woodworking Tool Sale," 21 Feb. 2018 Picture windows with square and diamond bevels take in leafy views. — Neal J. Leitereg, latimes.com, "The Manor in Holmby Hills is back on top at $200 million," 21 Apr. 2018 Picture windows with square and diamond bevels take in leafy views. — Neal J. Leitereg, latimes.com, "The Manor in Holmby Hills is back on top at $200 million," 21 Apr. 2018 Picture windows with square and diamond bevels take in leafy views. — Neal J. Leitereg, latimes.com, "The Manor in Holmby Hills is back on top at $200 million," 21 Apr. 2018 Picture windows with square and diamond bevels take in leafy views. — Neal J. Leitereg, latimes.com, "The Manor in Holmby Hills is back on top at $200 million," 21 Apr. 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

What's so beautiful is the way every piece is beveled, tapered — almost like jewels. — Frances Schultz, House Beautiful, "Inside Bunny Williams's Silvery, Shimmery Bedroom," 8 Nov. 2012 Some stations’ wooden window frames are beveled, some roofs have finials, and some rounded arches are replaced with ever-so-slightly pointed arches. — Peter Christensen, Smithsonian, "Just Like Faces, Buildings Have Features That Algorithms Can Recognize," 24 Apr. 2018 Right-angle grinder: for grinding, beveling, and flattening welds, as well as for surface preparation. — Phillip Pantuso, Popular Mechanics, "How to Get Started With Welding," 27 May 2015 To use them effectively, fabricators typically bevel and deburr the ends after they are cut to length. — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, "3 Ways To Get the Most Out of a Belt Sander," 20 Oct. 2017 Another way to update classics: Here, Shaker-style cabinets, shiplap on walls and interior doors have been beveled to reduce the thickness of the edges. — Janet Eastman, OregonLive.com, "'Carefree' family farmhouse with a concrete tub: Tour the Street of Dreams (photos)," 1 Aug. 2017 Next, crosscut and bevel the seat support and lay the support across the legs. — Joesph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Build the Perfect Picnic Table," 12 June 2017 For the flipped effect, follow up a round-brush blowout by smoothing strands with a flat iron, slightly beveling the ends, says Atkin. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and More Are Bringing Back the Clueless Blowout," 19 July 2017 The superstructure calls for a white concrete finish, and its underside is shaped or beveled for a lighter look. — Andres Viglucci, miamiherald, "Rival I-395 plans would bring iconic bridges, parks, sunlight to downtown and Overtown," 25 May 2017

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