sliding fit

noun

engineering a fit that enables one part to be inserted into another by sliding or pushing, rather than by hammering Also calledpush fit

These dimensions may all have to be trimmed down somewhat to secure an easy sliding fit.

The stud is a nice sliding fit in the slot, and the thumb nut clamps it firmly in place when in use.

The Dutch so, of the other side, with consonants, that they cannot yield the sweet sliding fit for a verse.

The liner is bored out smooth and true from end to end, and the piston is turned so as to be a sliding fit to the liner.

April 17, 2024axolotl

[ak-suh-lot-l ]

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