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chuck vs collet

collet vs chuck

chuck and collet both are nouns.

chuck is a verb but collet is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
chuck Yes No Yes No
collet Yes No No No
As nouns, collet is a hyponym of chuck; that is, collet is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than chuck:
  • chuck: a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill
  • collet: a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe
Other hyponyms of chuck include collet chuck.
chuck (noun) collet (noun)
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)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
throw carelessly
pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin
throw away
Difference between chuck and collet

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