Scribe
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-005096
To mark a workpiece by transferring the contour of an adjacent surface onto it, allowing for a precise fit. This technique involves using a compass or a specialized scribing tool to trace the irregular shape. It is commonly employed when fitting trim, cabinets, or countertops against uneven walls or floors.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-005096 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Carpentry |
| Translations | German: anreißen; Spanish: cortar a medida; French: raccorder |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-005096",
"term": "Scribe",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "To mark a workpiece by transferring the contour of an adjacent surface onto it, allowing for a precise fit. This technique involves using a compass or a specialized scribing tool to trace the irregular shape. It is commonly employed when fitting trim, cabinets, or countertops against uneven walls or floors.",
"subject": "Carpentry",
"translations": {
"de": "anreißen",
"es": "cortar a medida",
"fr": "raccorder"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/scribe/"
}
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