Explain the difference between a dado and rabbet cut in wood and explain what they are used for

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A dado is a square or rectangular groove in a board. The purpose of a dado is to receive the end or
edge of another board. A rabbet is a cut or groove made at the end or edge of a board to receive
another board. The dado and rabbet joints are used wherever strong 90-degree angles are needed.

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