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pushrod.

A rigid reciprocating rod that, by its movement, transmits force to actuate a mechanism.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A rigid reciprocating rod that, by its movement, transmits force to actuate a mechanism. A rod in a piston engine that actuates rocker arms above the cylinder head.

  2. A rigid reciprocating rod that, by its movement, transmits force to actuate a mechanism. A rod in an internal gear hub that actuates the shifting mechanism.

  3. A rigid reciprocating rod that, by its movement, transmits force to actuate a mechanism. A rod used in the transmission of flight control inputs to an aircraft's control surfaces.

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From push + rod.

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