What is another word for rabbet?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈabɪt] (IPA) 
Rabbet, also known as rebate, is a woodworking term that refers to a groove or notch that's cut into the edge of a piece of wood. The purpose of a rabbet is to create a joint with another piece of wood, creating a flush surface where the two pieces meet. Other synonyms for rabbet include dado, groove, trench, channel, and socket. These terms all refer to different variations of a rabbet, with some being deeper or wider than others. Rabbets can be cut by hand with a chisel or with a specialized tool called a rabbet plane. They're commonly used in furniture making and carpentry to create strong joints between pieces of wood.
