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Meaning Of Dovetail
n.
A flaring tenon, or tongue (shaped like a bird's tail
spread), and a mortise, or socket, into which it fits tightly, making
an interlocking joint between two pieces which resists pulling a part
in all directions except one.
v. t.
To cut to a dovetail.
v. t.
To join by means of dovetails.
v. t.
To fit in or connect strongly, skillfully, or nicely;
to fit ingeniously or complexly.