Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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chuck | Yes | No | Yes | No |
collet | Yes | No | No | No |
chuck (noun) | collet (noun) |
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a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill | a band or collar that holds an individual stone in a jewelry setting |
the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade | a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting |
informal terms for a meal | a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe |
chuck (verb) | collet (verb) |
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eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth | |
throw carelessly | |
pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin | |
throw away |