noun
collet
Collet (noun) means a ring or collar, often made of springy metal, that grips a tool or a piece of work firmly in place.
noun
1
A ring or collar, often made of springy metal, that grips a tool or a piece of work firmly in place.
"That collet can handle up to 3/8-inch bits."
2
The metal rim of a ring that holds a gemstone in place.
"There is an almost invisible collet that secures the stone to the ring."
3
In a young plant, the area where the root meets the stem, not always easy to see clearly.
"Collar rot forms in the collet between the stem and the root."
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Etymology
Came from Middle French collet; it is a doublet of collar.
Synonyms
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ferrule
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of collet?
"collet" (noun) means a ring or collar, often made of springy metal, that grips a tool or a piece of work firmly in place.
What is another word for collet?
Other words for "collet" include ferrule.
What are the different meanings of collet?
"collet" has 3 main meanings: 1. A ring or collar, often made of springy metal, that grips a tool or a piece of work firmly in place; 2. The metal rim of a ring that holds a gemstone in place; 3. In a young plant, the area where the root meets the stem, not always easy to see clearly.
