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dovetail noun [ ˈdʌvteɪl ]

• a joint formed by one or more tapered projections (tenons) on one piece which interlock with corresponding notches or recesses (mortises) in another.

dovetail verb

• join together by means of a dovetail.
Similar: joint, join, fit together, link, interlock, splice, mortise, tenon,
• fit or cause to fit together easily and conveniently.
• "plan to enable parents to dovetail their career and family commitments"
Similar: fit in, go together, be consistent, agree, accord, concur, coincide, match, fit, be in agreement, conform, equate, harmonize, fall in, be in tune, correlate, correspond, tally, square, jibe, quadrate,


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