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Ornamental pin
Answer for the clue "Ornamental pin ", 5 letters:
aglet
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Word definitions in Wikipedia
An aglet (or aiglet ) is a small sheath, often made of plastic or metal, used on each end of a shoelace , cord , or drawstring . An aglet keeps the fibers of the lace or cord from unraveling; its firmness and narrow profile make it easier to hold and easier ...
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alt. 1 (alternative spelling of aiglet English) 2 The cover at the tip of a shoelace, to prevent it from fraying. 3 A catkin. n. 1 (alternative spelling of aiglet English) 2 The cover at the tip of a shoelace, to prevent it from fraying. 3 A catkin.
Usage examples of aglet.
Both the little round face ruff that fastened with aglets and the ruffled cuffs had long since yellowed, and Lady Appleton had not even bothered with a safeguard to protect her skirts.
There were a few aglets and gold clasps for doublets and cloaks, and five ornate gold buttons larger than all the rest.
One of the aglets at the end of his shoelace contained a highly compressed irritant agent, primarily Chloroacetophenone-a mild but smoky form of tear gas.