dovetail — to fit together perfectly or combine harmoniously
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to fit together perfectly or combine harmoniously
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʌvteɪl/
Korean meaning: 완벽하게 들어맞다, 조화롭게 결합하다
Korean pronunciation: **더**브테일
Example Sentences
- My weekend job dovetails nicely with my study schedule.
- Their wedding plans dovetailed perfectly until the groom forgot to book the venue.
- The company's expansion strategy dovetails with market trends.
dovetail
VERB//ˈdʌvteɪl//
to fit together perfectly or combine harmoniously
Wedding planners' schedules dovetail perfectly for the big day
Every detail must dovetail for success in retail!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Middle English and Old English combination of 'dove' (the bird) and 'tail,' referring to the shape of the woodworking joint that resembles a dove's tail feathers. The metaphorical sense of 'fitting together perfectly' developed from this precise joinery technique.
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📝Examples
“My weekend job dovetails nicely with my study schedule.”
“Their wedding plans dovetailed perfectly until the groom forgot to book the venue.”
“The company's expansion strategy dovetails with market trends.”
“His excuse about being late dovetailed suspiciously well with the pizza delivery time.”
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