crankcase

[ krangk-keys ]

noun
  1. (in an internal-combustion engine) the housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, and allied parts.

Origin of crankcase

1
First recorded in 1875–80; crank1 + case2

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crankcase

/ (ˈkræŋkˌkeɪs) /


noun
  1. the metal housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc, in an internal-combustion engine, reciprocating pump, etc

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