adjective
- having a thin, sharp edge that tapers to a fine point, like a feather
- (of a board or plank) having one edge thinner than the other, gradually tapering to a thin edge
Usage: commonly used in woodworking and construction
Usage: technical term in carpentry and building
Examples
- The carpenter used featheredged boards for the siding to create a smooth, overlapping finish.
- A featheredged knife is ideal for spreading butter without tearing the bread.
- The featheredged plywood panels fit together seamlessly on the roof.
- He carefully sharpened the blade to a featheredged point for precision work.
- Featheredged clapboard siding is popular in traditional home construction.
- The featheredged tile created an elegant transition between the two surfaces.