butt hinge
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butt hinge
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A hinge composed of two plates attached to abutting surfaces of a door and door jamb and joined by a pin.
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A door or window hinge consisting of two rectangular metal plates which are joined with a pin; in large hinges of this type the pin is removable, whereas in small hinges it usually is fixed; fastened to butting surfaces, such as the face of the jamb and the edge of a door.
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- Hardware and Supplies - butt hinge: hinge secured to the butting surfaces of a door or the like
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