A tool's detent base allows for quick, precision indexing to common cutting and beveling angles.
Dethatch
The process of taking up dead grass and plant material that builds up under the grass making the soil easier to absorb nutrients.
Dew point temperature
The temperature at which water vapor turns to liquid in cooling air at the existing atmospheric pressure and vapor content.
Dewpoint
The temperature to which air must be cooled, at constant pressure and water vapor content, in order for saturation or condensation to occur; the temperature at which the saturation pressure is the same as the existing vapor pressure; also called saturation point.
Dhurrie
Dhurrie rugs and carpets flat woven items traditional to India, made of cotton or silk. They are noted for soft colorations and varied patterns.
Diagonal
(1) A line, in a rectangular figure, running at angle from the middle of an angle to the middle of an opposite angle. (2) Moving or extending at a 45-degree angle. (3) Slanted markings or lines across a surface.
Diagonal board fence
Style of fencing with flat boards installed diagonally between the top and bottom railings.
Diagonal bracing
Boards which are installed diagonally across the wall studs to keep the walls from racking or going out of square and to add strength to the structure. Each stud is cut where the bracing board will fit so that it is flush with the studs on the surface.
Diagonal cutters
Wire cutters that are shaped like pliers with the axis of the cutting edge parallel to the axis of the handles.
Diagonal pliers
Diagonal pliers are used for cutting smaller electrical gauge wire in telephone, electrical, general and automotive work.
