bevel

/ˈbɛvəl/

/ˈbɛvəl/

Other forms: bevelled; beveled; bevelling; beveling; bevels

Definitions of bevel

1. noun

   a sloping edge where two surfaces meet at an angle other than 90 degrees
   synonyms: cant, chamfer

   types:

   splay

   an outward bevel around a door or window that makes it seem larger

   type of:

   edge

   a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object
2. noun

   a tool used to draw, measure, or cut angles between two surfaces
   synonyms: bevel square

   type of:

   hand tool

   a tool used with workers' hands
3. verb

   cut or shape an edge at an angle other than 90 degrees
   “bevel the surface”

   synonyms: chamfer

   types:

   miter

   bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint

   cone

   make cone-shaped

   type of:

   cut

   separate with or as if with an instrument