1. collet(n = noun.artifact) ferrule - a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting;
is a kind of cap
2. collet(n = noun.artifact) collet chuck - a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe;
is a kind of chuck
3. collet(n = noun.artifact) - a band or collar that holds an individual stone in a jewelry setting;
is a kind of band
is a part of mounting
An inferior church servant. [Obs.] See Acolyte. [1913 Webster]
1. A small collar or neckband. Foxe. [1913 Webster]
2. A small metal ring; a small collar fastened on an arbor; as, the collet on the balance arbor of a watch; a small socket on a stem, for holding a drill. [1913 Webster]
3. The part of a ring containing the bezel in which the stone is set. [1913 Webster]
"How full the collet with his jewel is!" [1913 Webster]
collet, n.
1 a flange or socket for setting a gem in jewellery.
2 Engin. a segmented band or sleeve put round a shaft or spindle and tightened to grip it.
3 Horol. a small collar to which the inner end of a balance spring is attached.
Etymology:
F, dimin. of COL