About The Word Ferrule
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Ferrule
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What's The Definition Of Ferrule?
[n] a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting
Synonyms | Synonyms for Ferrule: collet Related Terms | Find terms related to Ferrule: See Also | cap Ferrule In Webster's Dictionary \Fer"rule\ (? or ?; 277), n. [Formerly verrel, F.
virole, fr. L. viriola little bracelet, dim. of viriae, pl.,
bracelets; prob. akin to viere to twist, weave, and E. withe.
The spelling with f is due to confusion with L. ferrum iron.]
1. A ring or cap of metal put round a cane, tool, handle, or
other similar object, to strengthen it, or prevent
splitting and wearing.
2. (Steam Boilers) A bushing for expanding the end of a flue
to fasten it tightly in the tube plate, or for partly
filling up its mouth.
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