ferrule
noun
a ring or cap, usually of metal, put around the end of a post, cane, or the like, to prevent splitting.
ferrules
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present tense formof ferrule (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The analysts continue to see sales growth for the electric and electronics equipment company’s products like super-high-density optical cables and ferrules.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
It’s hard to get off my paint brush ferrules and work ladders.
From Seattle Times ● May 20, 2024
Other options included choices of shafts, grips, shaft bands and ferrules.
From Golf Digest ● Jun. 7, 2017
Kenny worked to get the invention patented and secured arrangements with manufacturers to make parts - blades, tips, ferrules, and, most important, rings.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 12, 2014
Split bamboo, made by a Mr. Nishi, the ferrules smooth, silk wrapped.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
