Definition

Noun: A long plane is a specific type of carpenter's hand tool. It is a long, flat-bodied plane used primarily for creating straight, true edges on wooden boards so that they can be joined together seamlessly, as in making a joint.

Usage

The term "long plane" is a compound noun referring to this specific tool. It is used in woodworking contexts. * The joiner used a long plane to prepare the edge of the board for the joint. * For a perfect fit, you need a long plane to straighten the long edge of the timber.

Advanced Usage

• The "long plane" is often synonymous with a jointer plane, as its primary function is to prepare edges for joining (edge jointing).
• Its length is its defining feature, as it bridges over low spots in the wood, removing material only from the high points to create a perfectly straight line.

Variants and Related Words

• Jointer plane: Another common name for a long plane, emphasizing its function.
• Try plane: A historical term for a long plane used for truing surfaces.
• Bench plane: The general category of planes used on a workbench, which includes long planes, smoothing planes, and jack planes.

Synonyms

• Jointer
• Jointer plane

Notes

"Long plane" is a technical term from carpentry and woodworking. It is not used in general or figurative language. There are no idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this specific compound noun.

Noun

1. a long carpenter's plane used to shape the edges of boards so they will fit together