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noun
A wedge for expanding the split end of a bolt, cotter, dowel, tenon, or other piece, to fasten the end in a hole or mortise and prevent withdrawal. The wedge abuts on the bottom of the hole and the piece is driven down upon it.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: nose key
Antonyms: none provided
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