Dolly (tool)

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A dolly is a portable anvil used to hold a rivet in position while it is being clenched with a "snapper". It is commonly cylindrical in shape and relies on its mass to work. The act of using it is known as holding up or holding on.

It was used also in boat building while clenching nails. See clinker (boat building).

''A dolly is also a type of truck, usually with four wheels and a platform which is used to move heavy loads.

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