Rabbet ::
Rabbet (n.) A
longitudinal channel, groove, or
recess cut out of the edge or face of any body;
especially, one
intended to
receive another member, so as to break or cover the
joint, or more
easily to hold the
members in
place; thus, the
groove cut for a
panel, for a pane of
glass, or for a door, is a
rabbet, or
rebate..