'Jointer' definitions:
Definition of 'jointer'
From: WordNet
noun
A long carpenter's plane used to shape the edges of boards so they will fit together [syn: jointer, jointer plane, jointing plane, long plane]
Definition of 'Jointer'
From: GCIDE
- Jointer \Joint"er\, n.
- 1. One who, or that which, joints. [1913 Webster]
- 2. A plane for smoothing the surfaces of pieces which are to be accurately joined; especially: (a) The longest plane used by a joiner. (b) (Coopering) A long stationary plane, for planing the edges of barrel staves. [1913 Webster]
- 3. (Masonry) (a) A bent piece of iron inserted to strengthen the joints of a wall. (b) A tool for pointing the joints in brickwork. [1913 Webster]