A hollow tool for grasping and lifting tools dropped in a well-boring.
One endpoint of a two-way communication link, used for interprocess communication across a network.
A hollow into a bone which a part fits, such as an eye, or another bone, in the case of a joint.
An opening into which a plug or other connecting part is designed to fit (e.g. a light bulb socket).
One endpoint of a two-way named pipe on Unix and Unix-like systems, used for interprocess communication.
The hollow of a candlestick.
A steel apparatus attached to a saddle to protect the thighs and legs.
To place or fit in a socket.
A tool used to bore through rock when sinking shafts.
A surgical instrument used to remove a circular section of bone from the skull; a trephine.
To create a large hole by making a narrow groove outlining the shape of the hole and then removing the plug of material remaining by less expensive means.
To use a trepan; to trephine.