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Carpenters' squares

Scope note

Flat, metal, L-shaped tools that constitute an accurate right angle and are engraved with divisions and markings useful to a carpenter in laying out and erecting framing. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300024265

Broader Terms used

squares (tools)

Equivalent Terms used

carpenter's square

Created

12yrs ago

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