Word Finder - gussets

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A small piece of cloth inserted in a garment, for the purpose of strengthening some part or giving it a tapering enlargement cf. godet.

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A small piece of mail, providing some protection where two plates of armor are joined, usually at the elbows, under the shoulders, and behind the knees.

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(machinery) A kind of bracket, or angular piece of iron, fastened in the angles of a structure to give strength or stiffness; especially, the part joining the barrel and the fire box of a locomotive boiler.

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An abatement or mark of dishonor in a coat of arms, resembling a gusset.

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(roofing) A large flat metal piece wider than the valley to help prevent build-up at the base of the valley, either from debris or ice dam formations.

The Euro Sling Retainer has breathable gussets, full zip closure and a cord to secure it whilst being used as a temporary sack.

Cut in a relaxed fit, it has long sleeves with roll-up button tabs and underarm gussets for mobility.

The double leg gussets are unique as yet no other wrap has two so why have two?

There are still top and down tube gussets at the front end, although the down tube one has been extended.

Butt joints, gussets and structural beams and members are all made from the same wood for consistency and those are usually connected with epoxy.

Some bags are made with gussets to help the bags stand upright.

A zipper style with elastic gussets makes boot wearing a lot more comfortable for a wider calf.