Definition of cotter pin in English English dictionary
A split pin, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place
n. A split cotter inserted through holes in two or more pieces and bent at the ends to fasten the pieces together
A locking device shaped like a pin but split up the center It's usually inserted in a hole drilled through a nut and bolt and is intended to lock the nut in place so that it can't unscrew After insertion, the legs of the cotter pin are bent around the nut to keep it in place
a cotter consisting of a split pin that is secured (after passing through a hole) by splitting the ends apart
A soft metal pin that fits through hole in a nut and is then spread to lock components in place
(Otomotiv) A locking device shaped like a pin but split up the center. It's usually inserted in a hole drilled through a nut and bolt and is intended to lock the nut in place so that it can't unscrew. After insertion, the legs of the cotter pin are bent around the nut to keep it in place