drive shaft
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of drive shaft
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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The flagellum comprises more than 30 distinct parts, so similar to those of an outboard motor that biologists speak of the flagellum’s propeller, drive shaft and so forth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Without propellers or a drive shaft churning up the water, a working MHD drive could provide fast and completely silent travel.
From BBC • Jul. 13, 2023
It wasn’t meant to be savored so much as applied, the way a mechanic applies grease to a drive shaft.
From Washington Post • Aug. 21, 2022
Two drive shaft recalls cover 430,000 Honda Civics, Fits and Accords as well as the Acura ILX.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2020
The circuit breaker should be closely observed and when the platinum contact points are about to separate, the drive gear or coupling should be secured to the drive shaft of the magneto.
From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Pag?, Victor Wilfred
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