| Ferrule (ferrule) |
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| n. | (? or ?; 277) |
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| Fer"rule |
| [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< |
A ring or cap of metal put round a cane,
tool, handle, or other similar object, to strengthen it, or prevent
splitting and wearing.
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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