What does mandrel mean?
nounA cylindrical or conical tool used to shape or hold a workpiece, especially in metalworking or woodworking. A mandrel is typically a rod or bar with a hole through it, used to shape or support a piece of material.
Example
"The machinist used a mandrel to shape the metal tube into a precise cylinder."
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