Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Mortise Joint.
Mortise Joint - as a noun
A gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ankle9ankle jointarticulatio talocruralisA joint made by inserting tenon on one piece into mortise holes in the other
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mortise-and-tenon jointHypernyms (Closely Related)
joint12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The carpenter used a mortise joint to strengthen the connection between the chair legs and seat."
"Traditional wooden furniture often relies on mortise joints for stability."
"The craftsman carefully chiseled out the mortise joint to fit the tenon perfectly."
"The construction of the cabinet involved several mortise joints to hold the panels together."
"The furniture maker used a mortise joint in joining the table's legs to the frame."
