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from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A threaded cone or frustum of a cone: used in cases where the screwed joint is liable to be subjected to very heavy pressures and it is desirable that the end of the screw shall not bottom or jam in its hole. It is used on the ends of punches for heavy hydraulic cupping-presses.

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