cotter

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Etymology 1 1.2.1 Noun 1.2.1.1 Usage notes 1.2.1.2 Translations 1.2.1.3 Related terms 1.3 Etymology 2 1.3.1 Alternative spellings 1.3.2 Noun 1.3.2.1 Translations

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• Rhymes: -ɒtə(r)

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cotter (plural cotters)

1. (mechanical engineering) A pin or wedge inserted through a slot to hold machine parts together.
2. Erroneously, sometimes used of a cotter pin.

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The terms cotter and "cotter pin" are sometimes used interchangeably, although they have different functions. Basically a cotter holds parts together and a "cotter pin" holds the cotter in its place. For a more detailed explanation see Wikipedia articles on cotter and cotter pin.

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• cotter pin

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• cottar

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cotter (plural cotters)

1. A peasant who performed labour in exchange for the right to live in a cottage.

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