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collet

col·let

UK/ˈkɒlɪt/ US/ˈkɑlɪt/ uncommon

noun

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a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe

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3.

a band or collar that holds an individual stone in a jewellery setting

Origin

From a medieval diminutive of Coll, from the given name Nicholas.

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