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Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. A pin serving as a pivot; the pin of a hinge.
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“The position for the fitting of the brass plates carrying the pivot-pin is somewhat awkward; but, by first sinking the plates into the carcase ends, and then slotting the edges of the fall, it will be found that the fall front may be put in from its horizontal position, and that sufficient room is left to enable the screwdriver to be manipulated without inconvenience.”
Woodwork Joints How they are Set Out, How Made and Where Used.
“Fig. 223 illustrates a similar hinge closed, and shows the gauge set so that the point of the marker is exactly to the centre of the pivot-pin.”
Woodwork Joints How they are Set Out, How Made and Where Used.
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