"Woodruff key" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Woodruff keys [plural]
Etymology: Developed by William N. Woodruff of Hartford, Connecticut. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Woodruff key (plural Woodruff keys)
  1. (engineering) A semicircular key that fits partly into a circular segment keyway, with the remainder fitting into a longitudinal slot keyway in the mating part. Categories (topical): Engineering

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