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set square

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Also known as triangle, triangular plate, triangle ruler

geometry device used for technical drawing

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Encyclopedic overview

triangle, set square

A set square or triangle (American English) is an object used in engineering and technical drawing, with the aim of providing a straightedge at a right angle or other particular planar angle to a baseline.

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