fox wedges

A form of fox wedge — 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of fox wedge
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