ferrule

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.

ferrule top: household paintbrush center: round paintbrush bottom: cosmetic brush

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ferrule

Noun

a metal ring or cap placed over the end of a stick for added strength [Latin viria bracelet]

Thesaurus

Noun

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ferrule - a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting collet cap - something serving as a cover or protection