• Collet

    Origin 1

    From French.

    Full definition of collet

    Noun

    collet

    (plural collets)
    1. A band, flange, ferrule, or collar, usually of a hard material, especially a metal.That collet can handle upto 3/8-inch bits.
    2. In particular, the rim (of a ring) within which a jewel is set. Compare bezel.There is an almost invisible collet that secures the stone to the ring.

    Origin 2

    Noun

    collet

    (plural collets)
    1. Alternative form of colet----
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