2. A ring of metal, leather, or other material, or a
perforated plate, used for various purposes, as around a
bolt or screw to form a seat for the head or nut, or
around a wagon axle to prevent endwise motion of the hub
of the wheel and relieve friction, or in a joint to form a
packing, etc.
3. (Plumbing) A fitting, usually having a plug, applied to a
cistern, tub, sink, or the like, and forming the outlet
opening.
4. (Zo["o]l.) The common raccoon.
5. (Zo["o]l.) Same as {Washerwoman}, 2. [Prov. Eng.]