Definitions

1. noun

A small, flat piece of wood or metal used to hold a thread or yarn for weaving.

“The weaver used a dedal to keep her yarn steady while she worked.”

2. noun

A small, flat, round or oval-shaped piece of wood, bone, or other material used as a counter or marker in games or as a token in various activities.

“Each player used a dedal as their marker in the board game.”