FERRELS | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Ferrule

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

early 17th century: alteration (probably by association with Latin ferrum ‘iron’) of obsolete verrel, from Old French virelle, from Latin viriola, diminutive of viriae ‘bracelets’

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈfɛruːl
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈfɛrəl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a ring or cap, typically a metal one, which strengthens the end of a handle, stick, or tube and prevents it from splitting or wearing.

Short Definition:

ring or cap which strengthens end of handle

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