Finger joint

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002266",
  "term": "Finger joint",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A woodworking joint made by cutting a series of interlocking, finger-like projections on the ends of two pieces of wood. These projections are then glued together, creating a strong and stable connection with a large surface area for adhesion. This joint is commonly used for lengthening timber or creating strong corners in boxes and drawers.",
  "synonyms": [
    "box joint",
    "comb joint"
  ],
  "subject": "Woodworking",
  "references": [
    "finger joint Definition & Meaning (Merriam-Webster)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Fingerverbindung",
    "es": "junta dentada",
    "fr": "assemblage à queues d'aronde multiples"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/finger-joint/"
}