four by two

Meaning

Noun

  • A length of sawn wood of cross section 4 inches by 2 inches, most often employed as structural framing lumber / timber.
  • A cotton cloth 4 inches wide with lines two inches apart, conveniently torn into two inch lengths for cleaning a rifle barrel using a pull through.
  • A Jew.

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