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dowel Antonyms

Opposite of dowel

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• verb (Context 1)

To fasten, join, or reinforce using one or more cylindrical pins or pegs.

Usage Example

"He doweled the two pieces of the tabletop together to ensure they wouldn't separate over time."

Weak
separate
detach

Similar words to dowel

Looking for synonyms? Words similar to dowel vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:

peg
pin
fasten
plug
join
secure
tenon
rod
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• Nearby Words

doux
dove
dovekie
dowel
dowitcher
downy snake
downy woodpecker

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