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Rarerowel
The correct spelling is rowel.
How to pronounce rowel
noun
IPA: /ˈɹoʊəl/
Say it like: Row-el
The correct spelling is rowel. The small spiked wheel on the end of a spur. For example: "to spur a horse"
Usage Examples
“to spur a horse”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The small spiked wheel on the end of a spur.
- 2.A little flat ring or wheel on a horse's bit.
- 3.A roll of hair, silk, etc., passed through the flesh of a horse in the manner of a seton in human surgery.
verb
- 1.To use a rowel on (something), especially to drain fluid.
- 2.To fit with spurs.
- 3.To apply the spur to.
- 4.To incite; to goad.
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