collet

collet
[ˈkɒlɪt]
noun
  1. a ring or lining that holds something, in particular
    抓握东西的环形物(或环衬),尤指
    ■a segmented band or sleeve put round a shaft or spindle and tightened so as to grip it
    有缝套爪
    ■a small collar in a clock to which the inner end of a balance spring is attached
    (时钟内)钩住发条的金属箍环
    ■a flange or socket for setting a gem in jewellery
    (珠宝上)镶嵌宝石的底座
语源
  1. late Middle English (denoting a piece of armour to protect the neck): from Old French, diminutive of col 'neck', from Latin collum
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