Definition of Chamfer
Chamfer
Cham·fer


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
A sloping or angled surface, especially on a cutting tool or edge.

e.g. The carpenter carefully chamfered the edge of the wooden board.

(verb)
to cut a groove or furrow into a structure such as a column;

e.g. The blueprint says to chamfer the corners of the square columns in order to make them more aesthetic.

(noun)
a symmetrical bevelled or sloping surface at the edge or corner of a structure;

e.g. The chamfer of the mirror's border makes it appear more elegant.



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