Dowelling
/ˈdaʊəlɪŋ/
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Pro Tip 1/3Carpentry Term
Dowelling is often used in carpentry and woodworking contexts to describe joining pieces of wood. 
The carpenter explained that dowelling provides a strong joint between the chair legs and seat.
Pro Tip 2/3Precise Alignment
Accuracy is important; 'dowelling' implies creating precise holes and insertion for a snug fit. 
The shelves were wobbly because the dowelling was not accurately done.
Pro Tip 3/3Tool Use
Using 'dowelling' suggests you may also need to use specific tools like a dowelling jig for the task. 
He picked up his dowelling jig to start assembling the bookcase.