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Bishops Headgear Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "MITER" which means:
- noun
- • Joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner
- • The surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made
- • A liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions verb
- • Bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint
- • Confer a miter on (a bishop)
- • Fit together in a miter joint
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used a miter to measure the angles of the corners."
- • "The carpenter used a miter to cut the corners of the frame."
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New York Times29 Aug 2021 | Across 83 | |
New York Times08 Apr 2018 | Across 112 | |
The Guardian Quick21 Jan 2006 | Down 2 | |
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