Definition

A rectangular cut or groove in a piece of wood or material, often used to fit another piece into it. It can also refer to a section of a pedestal in architecture or the lower part of a wall that is decorated differently from the upper part.

Example

The carpenter created a dado to join the two pieces of wood securely.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the dado on that old table in the living room?

Yeah, it really adds some character to the piece.

I wonder how they even created that dado groove.

It must take some skill to make it look that good!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To create a groove or channel in a surface, often used in woodworking to join pieces together.

Example

The carpenter decided to dado the shelves to ensure a strong fit.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to dado a piece of wood for your project?

Not yet, but I heard it's really useful for making joints.

Yeah, it's great for fitting pieces together without screws.

Root Explanation

The word 'dado' originates from Italian 'dado', meaning a die or cube used in games. It refers specifically to the small cube with numbered sides used in gambling or board games.

Memory Tip

Think of the Italian word 'dado' for a die, which helps you remember that 'dado' refers to a gaming cube.

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