strickle noun & verb. [strɪk(ǝ)l]
[Old English stricel rel. to STRIKE verb.]
A. noun.
1. A straight piece of wood with which surplus grain is struck off level with the brim of a measure. Also (rare), the amount so measured. Cf. STRIKE noun¹ 3. OE.
b. Any of various implements used for levelling a substance in casting or moulding. L17.

2. A tool used to whet a scythe. Also, a mechanical grinder. M17.
b. verb trans. Founding. Strike (the superfluous sand) off with a strickle in moulding; shape (a core) or form (a mould) by means of a strickle. L19.

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