incastro

joint (fitting)

noun een-KAH-stroh Rare

Also means

interlocking connection

Usage Note

Incastro refers to a mechanical or structural joint where two parts fit tightly together — a dovetail joint, a tongue-and-groove, or any interlocking fit. The verb is incastrare (to fit/slot in). Figuratively, un incastro perfetto describes a perfect fit or a neatly arranged plot twist in a story.

Examples

"Le assi si uniscono con un incastro preciso."

Natural Translation

The planks are joined with a precise joint.

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