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| 1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 41% | 10 | Unable to be fitted into a recess | |
| 3 | 29% | 7 | A rotating part of a lock that must be properly aligned to open the lock | |
Type Of Lock Fitted Into Recess Crossword Clue
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MORTICE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MORTICE
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MORTICE" which means:
- noun
- • A square hole made to receive a tenon and so to form a joint verb
- • Cut a hole for a tenon in
- • Join by a tenon and mortise
An example sentence would be:
- • "I need to find a mortice to fit this door."
- • "The mortice in the wood was perfectly carved."
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| The Guardian Quick20 Feb 2008 | Down 12 | |
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