turret lathe
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of turret lathe
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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“There is no question that she is the ‘lathe woman’ in the photograph,” But, that's not a turret lathe or even a lathe at all.
From New York Times ● Jan. 22, 2018
“Pretty Naomi Parker looks like she might catch her nose in the turret lathe she is operating.”
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 22, 2018
And we don't have to call Mr. Heller and say 'Please, can we buy a turret lathe?'
From Time Magazine Archive
Widely used to turn out other machine tools, the W. & S. turret lathe is at the heart of the defense program.
From Time Magazine Archive
The turret lathe, its tools, accessories and methods of performing its functions.
From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Pag?, Victor Wilfred
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