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aglet definition

ag·let (ag′lit)

noun

the metal tip at the end of a cord or lace

Etymology: ME < OFr aguillette, dim. of aiguille < L acula, dim. of acus, a needle: see acerose

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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