Definitions for "Bevels"
the transition area between the ski's sidewall and the ski's base. Sharper, flatter bevels keep the ski riding smoother, rounder and higher in the water. Larger bevels allow the ski to ride deeper in the water.
the transition area between the snowboard's sidewall and the snowboard's base.
Bevels for Crowns and Champhers, zero to ninety degrees.
Glass shapes that have had the edges ground at an angle.
Another way in which you can give an object a three-dimensional appearance is by applying a beveled edge to an extrusion. A bevel creates the illusion that an object's extruded edges are cut on an angle. You can specify the angle and depth values of the bevel to control the effect.