Anchor. Any device for holding an object in a fixed position.
Angle dividers. A sort of double bevel tool so arranged that an angle can be made at the same time on both side of a base line.
Angularly disposed. Forming an angle with reference to some part or position.
Archivolt. The architectural member surrounding the curved opening of an arch. More commonly the molding or other ornaments with which the wall face of an arch is changed.
Artisan. One trained in some mechanic's art or trade.
Beaded. A piece of wood or iron having rounded creases on its surface.
Beam compass. A drawing compass in which the points are arranged to slide on a rod, instead of being fixed on dividers.
Belfry. A bell-tower, usually attached to a church.
Bevel square. A handle to which is pivotally attached a blade, which may be swung and held at any desired angle.
Bisected. To divide, mark, or cut into two portions.