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ferrule

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fer·rule  (frl)
n.
1. A metal ring or cap placed around a pole or shaft for reinforcement or to prevent splitting.
2. A bushing used to secure a pipe joint.

[Alteration (influenced by Latin ferrum, iron) of Middle English verrele, from Old French virole, from Latin viriola, little bracelet, diminutive of viriae, bracelets; see wei- in Indo-European roots.]

ferrule v.
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ferrule
top: household paintbrush
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ferrule, ferule [ˈfɛruːl -rəl]
n
1. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a metal ring, tube, or cap placed over the end of a stick, handle, or post for added strength or stability or to increase wear
2. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a side opening in a pipe that gives access for inspection or cleaning
3. (Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a bush, gland, small length of tube, etc., esp one used for making a joint
vb
(Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) (tr) to equip (a stick, etc.) with a ferrule
[from Middle English virole, from Old French virol, from Latin viriola a little bracelet, from viria bracelet; influenced by Latin ferrum iron]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.ferrule - a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting
cap - something serving as a cover or protection
Translations
ferrule [ˈferuːl] Nregatón m, contera f
ferrule
n (of umbrella, cane)Zwinge f, → Ring m
ferrule [ˈfɛruːl] npuntale m
ferrule [ˈfɛruːl] npuntale m


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I believe it did, sir; does the ferrule stand, sir?
Davis had declared limes a contraband article, and solemnly vowed to publicly ferrule the first person who was found breaking the law.
The thick-iron ferrule is worn down, so it is evident that he has done a great amount of walking with it.
 
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