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Answer for the clue "Metal tip ", 5 letters:
aglet

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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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n. metal or plastic sheath over the end of a shoelace or ribbon [syn: aiglet ] ornamental tagged cord or braid on the shoulder of a uniform [syn: aiglet , aiguilette ]

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.