two-by-four (tbī-fôr′, -bə-)
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Tweet adj. 1. Measuring two units by four units, especially inches. 2. Slang Small in size; boxed in or cramped: a two-by-four apartment. n. A length of lumber that is 2 inches thick and 4 inches wide, or that is trimmed to slightly smaller dimensions. |
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