horseshoe

mastery
UK /ˈhɔːs.ʃuː/ US /ˈhɔːɹs.ʃuː/nounverbname

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Which word is closest in meaning to 'horseshoe' in this technical context?

The farrier explained the process: first, he measures the horse's hoof, then shapes the horseshoe to fit precisely, heating and bending the metal before finally nailing it securely in place.