- a variation of template.
templet
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of templet
1670–80; perhaps < French, diminutive of temple temple 3 ( see -et), but semantic link is unclear
Example Sentences
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The invert was trued up by drawing along the runners a semi-circular templet having a radius of 21½ ins.
From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers
The bars were bent by being pulled through a tire binder and around a curved templet by a steam engine.
From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers
This may be used as a templet for laying out the others and they can then be sawn separately.
From Handwork in Wood by Noyes, William
In some cases it will be necessary to make the templet in several pieces in order to help facilitate the tool operations.
From A Course In Wood Turning by Milton, Archie S.
The excavation for the invert was then begun, and finished to the proper curve by the aid of a templet drawn along the 2×4-in. runners.
From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers
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