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countershaft.

Synonym of jackshaft (“a mechanical component for rotational force”).

12 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. Synonym of jackshaft (“a mechanical component for rotational force”).

Where this word comes from

From counter- + shaft.

verb
  1. Synonym of jackshaft.

Where this word comes from

From counter- + shaft.

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