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MITER

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Miter.

Miter - as a noun

Joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
miter jointmitremitre joint

The surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made

Example: "He covered the miter with glue before making the joint"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mitre

A liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mitre

Miter - as a verb

Bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint

Confer a miter on (a bishop)

Fit together in a miter joint

Example Sentences

"He used a miter to measure the angles of the corners."
"The carpenter used a miter to cut the corners of the frame."
"The old church had beautiful mitered stained glass windows."
"She carefully adjusted the miter on the table saw for precise cuts."
"The picture frames were joined at their corners with miter joints."
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Word Game Points

Is MITER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, miter is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MITER has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is MITER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, miter is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MITER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is MITER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, miter is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MITER has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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