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axle

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈæksəl/

axle means: A rod around which a wheel turns, or which turns together with the wheel.

noun

WHEEL SHAFTB2

A rod around which a wheel turns, or which turns together with the wheel.

  • The wheel turns on an axle.
  • A bent axle made the cart difficult to push.
  • Grease helps the axle turn smoothly.

Similar words: shaft, spindle

Common phrases: wheel axle, bent axle, axle bearing

CONNECTING WHEELSB2

A bar across a vehicle that joins the wheels on opposite sides.

  • The truck has a broken axle.
  • The rear axle connects the two back wheels.
  • Heavy loads can damage a trailer’s axles.

Similar words: axletree

Common phrases: rear axle, front axle, drive axle

Questions about axle

What does axle mean?

A rod around which a wheel turns, or which turns together with the wheel.

What is axle in other languages?

Türkçe: aks · Español: eje · Français: axe · Deutsch: Achse · Italiano: asse · 日本語: 車軸

How do you pronounce axle?

It is pronounced /ˈæksəl/.

How do you use axle in a sentence?

The wheel turns on an axle. A bent axle made the cart difficult to push.

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