What Is A Rabbet Joint In Woodworking? (And How Did It Get Its Name?)

www.slashgear.com: If you've ever peeked inside a kitchen cabinet or admired a well-built drawer, there's a good chance you've seen a rabbet joint, whether you knew it or not. This classic woodworking joint has been around since at least medieval Europe, and today, it's earned a solid place in both traditional and modern cabinetry.