<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>A coagulating enzyme occurring in the gastric juice of the calf, forming the active principle of rennet and able to curdle milk.</li><li>A shockproofing device for the balance staff of a watch, consisting of a yielding, springlike support for the bearing at either end.</li><li>The aggregate of benefits, as severance pay or vacation pay, given to an employee who is dismissed from a company (informal).</li></ul>