Definition of scarf

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Scarf (n.) A scarf joint.

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Scarfskin :: Scarfskin (n.) See Epidermis.
Futtock :: Futtock (n.) One of the crooked timbers which are scarfed together to form the lower part of the compound rib of a vessel; one of the crooked transverse timbers passing across and over the keel.
Pi–a Cloth :: Pi–a cloth () A fine material for ladies' shawls, scarfs, handkerchiefs, etc., made from the fiber of the pineapple leaf, and perhaps from other fibrous tropical leaves. It is delicate, soft, and transparent, with a slight tinge of pale yellow..
Frame :: Frame (v. t.) To construct by fitting and uniting the several parts of the skeleton of any structure; specifically, in woodwork, to put together by cutting parts of one member to fit parts of another. See Dovetail, Halve, v. t., Miter, Tenon, Tooth, Tusk, Scarf, and Splice..
Cymar :: Cymar (n.) A slight covering; a scarf. See Simar.
Woold :: Woold (v. t.) To wind, or wrap; especially, to wind a rope round, as a mast or yard made of two or more pieces, at the place where it has been fished or scarfed, in order to strengthen it..
Table :: Table (v. t.) To insert, as one piece of timber into another, by alternate scores or projections from the middle, to prevent slipping; to scarf..
Cuticle :: Cuticle (n.) The scarfskin or epidermis. See Skin.
Scarf :: Scarf (v. t.) To unite, as two pieces of timber or metal, by a scarf joint..
Counterscarf :: Counterscarf (n.) The exterior slope or wall of the ditch; -- sometimes, the whole covered way, beyond the ditch, with its parapet and glacis; as, the enemy have lodged themselves on the counterscarp..
Sash :: Sash (v. t.) To adorn with a sash or scarf.
Simar :: Simar (n.) A woman's long dress or robe; also light covering; a scarf.
Scarf :: Scarf (n.) An article of dress of a light and decorative character, worn loosely over the shoulders or about the neck or the waist; a light shawl or handkerchief for the neck; also, a cravat; a neckcloth..
Shash :: Shash (n.) The scarf of a turban.
Alamode :: Alamode (n.) A thin, black silk for hoods, scarfs, etc.; -- often called simply mode..
Epidermis :: Epidermis (v. t.) The outer, nonsensitive layer of the skin; cuticle; scarfskin. See Dermis..
But :: But (v. t.) A joint where the ends of two objects come squarely together without scarfing or chamfering; -- also called butt joint.
Keel :: Keel (n.) A longitudinal timber, or series of timbers scarfed together, extending from stem to stern along the bottom of a vessel. It is the principal timber of the vessel, and, by means of the ribs attached on each side, supports the vessel's frame. In an iron vessel, a combination of plates supplies the place of the keel of a wooden ship. See Illust. of Keelson..
Illusion :: Illusion (n.) A plain, delicate lace, usually of silk, used for veils, scarfs, dresses, etc..
Fanon :: Fanon (n.) A term applied to various articles, as: (a) A peculiar striped scarf worn by the pope at mass, and by eastern bishops. (b) A maniple..
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