The body of a type.

The part of the sole beneath the instep connecting the
broader front part with the heel.

The middle part of an anchor, or that part which is between
the ring and the arms.

A large ladle for molten metal, fitted with long bars for
handling it.

That part of a hoe, rake, knife, or the like, by which it is
secured to a handle.

That part of a key which is between the bow and the part
which enters the wards of the lock.

The part of the leg from the knee to the foot; the shin; the
shin bone; also, the whole leg.

See Chank.

Hence, that part of an instrument, tool, or other thing,
which connects the acting part with a handle or other part, by which it
is held or moved.

A loop forming an eye to a button.