crankshaft

/ˌkræŋkˈʃæft/
/ˈkræŋkʃɑft/
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Other forms: crankshafts

Definitions of crankshaft
  1. noun
    a rotating shaft driven by (or driving) a crank
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    type of:
    rotating shaft, shaft
    a revolving rod that transmits power or motion
Pronunciation
US
/ˌkræŋkˈʃæft/
UK
/ˈkræŋkʃɑft/
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