trunnel

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A wooden peg or dowel : A cylindrical pin, typically made of wood, used to fasten or secure two pieces of material together. 2. A shipbuilding fastener : Specifically, a wooden peg used to fasten timbers in traditional shipbuilding or wooden construction. When exposed to water, the peg swells, creating an extremely tight and secure hold. Usage The term is a technical one, p...