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   Ferrule , n. [Formerly verrel, F. virole, fr. L. viriola little bracelet, dim. of viriae, pl., bracelets; prob. akin to viere to twist, weave, and E. withe. The spelling with f is due to confusion with L. ferrum iron.] [Sometimes spelled ferule.]
   A ring or cap of metal put round a cane, tool, handle, or other similar object, to strengthen it, or prevent splitting and wearing.
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   (Machinery) Any of various circular or cylindrical metal objects used at joints in a tube, pipe, or rod, especially to assist making a tight seal at a joint.
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   Hence: (Steam Boilers) 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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   Hence: (Chemistry) A bushing used at the joints of metal tubing in HPLC equipment to make a tight seal.
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   (Fishing) One of several small rings at the top of a casting rod which holds the fishing line. RHUD
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   Ferule , n. [L. ferula: cf. F. férule. See Ferula.]
   A flat piece of wood, used for striking, children, esp. on the hand, in punishment.
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   A ferrule. [R.]
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   Ferule , v. t. [imp. & p. p. Feruled ; p. pr. & vb. n. Feruling.] To punish with a ferule.
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