Dowel and Stave

Dowel

Dowel noun - A fastener that is inserted into holes in two adjacent pieces and holds them together.
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Stave and dowel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Stave" instead a noun "Dowel".

Stave

Stave noun - One of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket.

Dowel and stave are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dowel" instead a noun "Stave".

Nearby Words: staved, staving
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