circlipn.
/ˈsəːklɪp/, U.S. /ˈsərklɪp/ A metal ring that can be sprung into a slot or groove round a cylinder to hold something in place or to position it correctly.
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key ring1682
circlip1903
1903 Lanchester Motor & Carriage Driving Man. II. 190 Circlips.
1958 Times Rev. Industry May 32/3 An external circlip in the front end cap permits the easy replacement of gland packings.
1970 K. Ball Fiat 600, 600D Autobook iv. 41/2 The larger diameter bearing..is retained in position by the circlip.
1986 Bicycle Action June 16/2 The Mavic SSC rear mech disassembles..by removing circlips, and allen key bolts.
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