Splin"ing, a. Of or pertaining to a spline.
Splining machine, a machine tool for cutting grooves, key seats, or
slots; a slotting machine.
Splint (?), n. [Akin to D. splinter,G. splinter, splitter, Dan. splint,
Sw. splint a kind of spike, a forelock (in nautical use), Sw. splintato
splint, splinter, Dan. splinte, and E. split. See Split, v. t., and cf.
Splent.] 1. A piece split off; a splinter.
2. (Surg.) A thin piece of wood, or other substance, used to keep in
place, or protect, an injured part, especially a broken bone when set.