MITER

Definition of MITER

  1. (verb)bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint
  2. (verb)confer a miter on (a bishop)
  3. (verb)fit together in a miter joint
  4. (noun)joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner
  5. (noun)the surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made
  6. (noun)a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions