hosel

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English

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Etymology

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Equivalent to hose +‎ -le.

Noun

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hosel (plural hosels)

  1. The portion of the head of a golf club to which the shaft of the club attaches.
    Though largely ignored by players, hosel design is integral to the balance, feel and power of a club.
  2. (slang) A semester, in the context of a course of study which should be enjoyable as opposed to required work.
    The new hosel will be using the format suggested by students.

References

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  • hosel”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.

Anagrams

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Middle English

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Noun

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hosel

  1. Alternative form of housel