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1. (n.) ferrule
a ring, cap, or sleeve, usu. of metal, put around the end of a post, cane, tool, or the like, to prevent splitting.
2. ferrule
a bushing or adapter holding the end of a tube and inserted into a hole in a plate in order to make a tight fit.
Etymology: (1605–15; alter. of verrel, verril, late ME virole < MF < L viriola=viri(a) bracelet +-ola -ole1)
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1. (noun) ferrule, collet
a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting
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1. (noun) ferrule
a ring or cap of metal put round a cane, tool, handle, or other similar object, to strengthen it, or prevent splitting and wearing
2. (noun) ferrule
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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