1. Wardrobe. A cylindrical cup worn on the fingertip for protection and to aid in pushing the sharp needle though the fabric when hand sewing.
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2. Rigging. Device used to reinforce an eye made in hemp, synthetic, or wire rope.
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2. Rigging. Device used to reinforce an eye made in hemp, synthetic, or wire rope.
US RIGGING :: Wire Rope Thimble