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cotter pin

 

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Noun cotter pin has 1 sense
  1. cotter pin - a cotter consisting of a split pin that is secured (after passing through a hole) by splitting the ends apart
    --1 is a kind of
    cotter, cottar

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Cotter Pin

Definition:

A cotter pin, also known as a split pin or cotter key, is a fastener designed to hold objects or parts together temporarily by inserting it through a hole and then spreading its ends to prevent it from slipping out.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: The cotter pin secures the two pieces of metal together.

Senses:

  1. Small metal fastener: A small and durable metal fastener designed with a split at one end, used to secure components temporarily in place.
  2. Sample Sentence:
    The mechanic used a cotter pin to secure the bicycle chain.

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