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Pushrod - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A pushrod is a slender metal rod used in engines to transfer motion from the camshaft to the valves, helping control the flow of air and fuel in the combustion process.

pushrod

/ˈpʊʃˌrɑd/ /ˈpʊʃˌrɒd/

Definition:

A rod in an engine that transmits motion from the camshaft to a valve.

Synonyms:

valve rod, rocker arm, cam follower

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

(No direct antonyms; context-dependent)

Common Collocations:

engine pushrod, broken pushrod, pushrod length, pushrod engine

Derivatives:

pushrods, pushrod-operated

Usage Tips:

Use "pushrod" when referring to mechanical components in engines, especially in overhead valve systems.

Common Phrases:

(No common phrases or idioms)

Etymology:

Derived from "push" + "rod," first used in early 20th-century automotive engineering.

Examples:

  • 1. The pushrod connects the camshaft to the valve lifter.
  • 2. A worn pushrod can cause engine misfires.
  • 3. He replaced the bent pushrod in his car’s engine.
  • 4. Pushrods are common in traditional V8 engines.

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