SPLINING

Verb

splining

present participle of spline

Source: Wiktionary


Splin"ing, a.

Definition: Of or pertaining to a spline. Splining machine, a machine tool for cutting grooves, key seats, or slots; a slotting machine.

SPLINE

Spline, n.

1. A rectangular piece fitting grooves like key seats in a hub and a shaft, so that while the one may slide endwise on the other, both must revolve together; a feather; also, sometimes, a groove to receive such a rectangular piece.

2. A long, flexble piece of wood sometimes used as a ruler.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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