crankshaft

Meaning

Noun

A rotating shaft with throws (parts that stick out) and which drives, is driven by (cranked by), or functions as a crank.

Verb

To deform in such a manner that part of the rod or bolt is displaced sideways, offset from the longitudinal axis of the part, but remains parallel with the part's main longitudinal axis, with the final shape somewhat resembling a crankshaft.

Synonyms

cshaft

shadoof

bent axle

bant shaft

Translations

vilebrequin

Kurbelwelle

cigüeñal

albero a gomiti

krukas

cambota

στροφαλοφόρος άξονας

cigonyal

virabrequim

krank mili

albero principale

kruk

cardan-as

Etymology

From crank + shaft.