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cotter pin
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cotter pin
n.
A split cotter inserted through holes in two or more pieces and bent at the ends to fasten the pieces together.
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cotter pin

cotter pin
Noun
Machinery a split pin used to hold parts together and fastened by having the ends spread apart after it is inserted
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Noun1.cotter pincotter pin - a cotter consisting of a split pin that is secured (after passing through a hole) by splitting the ends apart
cottar, cotter - fastener consisting of a wedge or pin inserted through a slot to hold two other pieces together


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