Hölkki
Hölkki is a Finnish term that can refer to several different concepts. In woodworking and carpentry contexts it is sometimes used to describe a small wooden block or spacer that helps align, prop, or separate parts during assembly. In some regional dialects its meaning is more specific and may denote a wedge, shim, or block used in traditional craft practices. Because dialectal Finnish vocabulary varies by locality, the precise sense of hölkki is not fixed in standard language use, and dictionaries may not list a single, universal definition.
In addition to its lexical uses, hölkki exists as a surname in Finland. Surnames derived from everyday
Geographic references bearing the name hölkki are scarce in official toponymy. Any place-name uses are likely