| cotter pin n. A split cotter inserted through holes in two or more pieces and bent at the ends to fasten the pieces together. |   |
cotter pin
n Machinery
1. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a split pin secured, after passing through holes in the parts to be attached, by spreading the ends
2. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a tapered pin threaded at the smaller end and secured by a nut after insertion
cotter pin - a cotter consisting of a split pin that is secured (after passing through a hole) by splitting the ends apartHow to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
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