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- noun a rule used by a carpenter
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treeseed commented on the word carpenter's rule
A ruler or rule is an instrument used in geometry, technical drawing and engineering/building to measure distances and/or to rule straight lines. One type of ruler is known as a carpenter's rule. It is made of wood and has hinged sections that allow it to fold and unfold as needed. A 2 metre carpenter's rule can be folded down to a length of only 20 centimetres to easily fit in a pocket.
February 24, 2008