Ferrule
noun
A metal band or cap at the end of a handle to give it strength or to prevent it from splitting.
The metal ferrule at the end of the wooden broom handles protects it.
Often appears as...
- broom ferrule
- walking stick ferrule
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A small piece of metal or other material that keeps the parts of a cable or cord in place and protect it from damage.
She correctly fit the ferrule over the rope to prevent it from fraying.
Often appears as...
- metal ferrule
- cable ferrule
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A metal band or cap at the end of a handle to give it strength or to prevent it from splitting.
The metal ferrule at the end of the wooden broom handles protects it.
Often appears as...
- broom ferrule
- walking stick ferrule
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A small piece of metal or other material that keeps the parts of a cable or cord in place and protect it from damage.
She correctly fit the ferrule over the rope to prevent it from fraying.
Often appears as...
- metal ferrule
- cable ferrule
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Strengthening Handles
Ferrules are important for making handles stronger by preventing splitting, often on tools.
The ferrule on the axe handle ensures it withstands the impact of chopping wood.
Pro Tip 2/3Metal Protection
Usually made of metal, ferrules provide a durable safeguard for handles.
A shiny metal ferrule encircled the base of the umbrella handle.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Decorative
Although sometimes decorative, the primary function of a ferrule is utilitarian.
I thought the ferrule was just for show, but it actually reinforces the handle.
Pro Tip 1/3Strengthening Handles
Ferrules are important for making handles stronger by preventing splitting, often on tools.
The ferrule on the axe handle ensures it withstands the impact of chopping wood.
Pro Tip 2/3Metal Protection
Usually made of metal, ferrules provide a durable safeguard for handles.
A shiny metal ferrule encircled the base of the umbrella handle.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Decorative
Although sometimes decorative, the primary function of a ferrule is utilitarian.
I thought the ferrule was just for show, but it actually reinforces the handle.
Pro Tip 1/3Strengthening Handles
Ferrules are important for making handles stronger by preventing splitting, often on tools.
The ferrule on the axe handle ensures it withstands the impact of chopping wood.
Pro Tip 2/3Metal Protection
Usually made of metal, ferrules provide a durable safeguard for handles.
A shiny metal ferrule encircled the base of the umbrella handle.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Decorative
Although sometimes decorative, the primary function of a ferrule is utilitarian.
I thought the ferrule was just for show, but it actually reinforces the handle.
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