Definition of kerfnext
as in chip
a V-shaped cut usually on an edge or a surface with a handsaw I made a kerf in the board to mark where I needed to cut

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Recent Examples of kerf Mark the kerf on the end grain of a post. Paul Steiner, Popular Mechanics, 24 Mar. 2023 This reduces bowing and creates a thinner kerf, making pull saws ideal for joints and other fine woodwork. Pierre Tardif, WSJ, 3 June 2021
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Noun
  • Intel’s Lip-Bu Tan, who met Modi last December, also signed up as a prospective buyer for chips made by Tata Electronics.
    Kai Nicol-Schwarz,Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 4 July 2026
  • Bring along a bag of your favorite chips for dipping and enjoy!
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • The skirt’s front slit detail looks polished, while allowing for easy movement and extra breathability.
    Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • The sleeveless gown featured a semi-sheer corset bodice with a curtain of lace foliage that cascaded down past the thigh-high slit, forming an elegant silhouette.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Look for live DJs on the weekends as the brand-new bar hits its groove.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026
  • Both attacks seem to be finding a groove, as just one goal in the second half could feel like an insurmountable advantage in this type of match.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • Indulge in a bit of kitsch with their oyster plate, where each indent takes the shape of a finned friend.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 9 June 2026
  • There’s nothing more annoying than unsightly indents in your carpet that are suddenly exposed.
    Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026

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“Kerf.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kerf. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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