chalk line

• Ferramenta usada na construção civil e na carpintaria, composta por um cordão impregnado de giz ou pó de giz que, ao ser esticado e solto, deixa uma linha reta marcada na superfície. Refere-se tanto à ferramenta quanto à própria linha de marcação resultante.

A tool used in construction and carpentry consisting of a string coated with chalk that is snapped against a surface to create a straight reference line.

1. Marking toolB2formal

   A tool used in construction and carpentry to mark straight lines on surfaces, consisting of a string coated with chalk.

   Linha de giz

   • The carpenter used a chalk line to mark the cut on the plywood.
   • Snap the chalk line to create a straight guideline on the wall.
   • A chalk line is essential for precise alignment in woodworking.

2. Straight line markB2formal

   The straight line left on a surface by a chalk line tool.

   Linha de giz

   • Follow the chalk line to ensure the tiles are laid evenly.
   • The chalk line on the floor showed exactly where to install the partition.
   • He wiped away the chalk line after finishing the measurement.