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(thōl) 
n.
A thole pin.
n.
A thole pin.
[Middle English tholle, thole pin, from Old English thol.]
1. Same as tholos.
2. A niche or recess in which votive offerings were made.
3. A knot or escutcheon at the apex of a timber vault.
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categories related to 'thole'
- Parts of Ships, Sails, and Equipment - thole: pin set vertically in gunwale as fulcrum for oar
- Fasteners - thole: pin or peg
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