Answer: ferrule
AnswerCrossword Clue
FERRULEUmbrella tip
FERRULEPencil part
FERRULERing around the end of a post
FERRULETool handle strengthener
FERRULEMetal band that holds an eraser on a pencil
FERRULEMetal band around a pencil eraser
ferruleto fit with a metal cap to prevent splitting, also FERREL, FERULE
ferruleshort metal sleeve for strengthening a tool handle at the end holding the tool
ferrulering or cap, usually of metal, put around the end of a post, cane, or the like, to prevent splitting
ferruleto furnish with a ferrule
ferrulea ring or cap usually of metal put around a slender shaft (as a cane or a tool handle) to strengthen it or prevent splitting
ferruleusually metal sleeve used especially for joining or binding one part to another (as pipe sections or the bristles and handle of a brush)
ferrulebushing or adapter holding the end of a tube and inserted into a hole in a plate in order to make a tight fit, used in boilers, condensers, etc.