Meaning | A mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects. |
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Synonym | coupling |
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Narrower | clevis | A coupler shaped like the letter U with holes through each end so a bolt or pin can pass through the holes to complete the coupling |
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clutch | A coupling that connects or disconnects driving and driven parts of a driving mechanism |
fluid drive | An automotive power coupling |
swivel | A coupling (as in a chain) that has one end that turns on a headed pin |
turnbuckle | An oblong metal coupling with a swivel at one end and an internal thread at the other into which a threaded rod can be screwed in order to form a unit that can be adjusted for length or tension |
universal joint, universal | coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions |
Broader | mechanical device | mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles |
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Spanish | acoplador, acoplamiento |
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Catalan | acoblador, acoblament |
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Verbs | couple | link together |
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