SINCE 1828
cotter
noun
cot·ter
| \ ˈkä-tər
\
\
Definition of cotter
1
: a wedge-shaped or tapered piece used to fasten together parts of a structure
2
: cotter pin
Other Words from cotter
cottered
\ ˈkä-tərd
\
adjective
\
adjective
cotterless
\ ˈkä-tər-ləs
\
adjective
\
adjective
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