also: てつりん
noun
metal ring; metal hoop; metal band
General term for a circular metal band or ring, used in various contexts like hardware, construction, or crafts.
桶には金輪がはめてある。
The bucket is fitted with a metal hoop.
金輪を溶接して鎖をつなぐ。
Weld metal rings to connect the chain.
noun
trivet
Only with reading かなわ
Specifically a metal trivet or stand placed under a hot pot or kettle. Often read かなわ.
熱い鍋を金輪の上に置く。
Place the hot pot on the trivet.
noun
train wheel
Only when written 鉄輪 · Only with reading てつりん
Refers to the wheel of a train or railway vehicle. Read てつりん.
鉄輪がレールの上を滑らかに回る。
The train wheels roll smoothly on the rails.