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Driveshaft - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A driveshaft is a rotating mechanical component that transmits torque and rotation from an engine to the wheels or other driven parts of a vehicle or machine.

driveshaft

/ˈdraɪvˌʃæft/ /ˈdraɪvˌʃɑːft/

Definition:

A rotating shaft that transmits power from the engine to the wheels in a vehicle.

Synonyms:

propeller shaft, axle shaft, transmission shaft

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

stationary rod, fixed bar

Common Collocations:

broken driveshaft, rear driveshaft, driveshaft coupling, driveshaft rotation

Derivatives:

driveshafts, driveshaft-related

Usage Tips:

Use "driveshaft" when referring to the component connecting the transmission to the wheels in vehicles.

Common Phrases:

spin the driveshaft, replace the driveshaft, balance the driveshaft

Etymology:

Derived from "drive" (to propel) + "shaft" (a rotating rod), first used in early automotive engineering.

Examples:

  • 1. The mechanic inspected the broken driveshaft.
  • 2. A loud noise indicated a problem with the car's driveshaft.
  • 3. The new driveshaft improved the vehicle's performance.
  • 4. He replaced the worn-out driveshaft last week.

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