transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈθɪmbl ]
n. 1 a metal or plastic cap, usu. with a closed end, worn to protect the finger and push the needle in sewing. 2 Mech. a short metal tube or ferrule etc. 3 Naut. a metal ring concave on the outside and fitting in a loop of spliced rope to prevent chafing. [OE thymel (as THUMB, -LE(1))]