Associations to the word «Thimble»
Wiktionary
THIMBLE, noun. (sewing) A pitted, now usually metal, cap for the fingers, used in sewing to push the needle.
THIMBLE, noun. A similarly shaped socket in machinery.
THIMBLE, noun. A thimbleful.
THIMBLE, noun. (nautical) A ring of metal or rope used in a ship's rigging; it is a protection against chafing.
Dictionary definition
THIMBLE, noun. As much as a thimble will hold.
THIMBLE, noun. A small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container.
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