jackshaft

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Synonyms: jack shaft, rockshaft, jackstaff, backshift, back shaft, jackshafts, wankshaft

Antonyms: jack shaft, rockshaft, jackstaff, backshift, back shaft, jackshafts, wankshaft

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Noun

1. A common [[mechanical]] component used to transfer or synchronize [[rotational]] force in a machine.
2. A [[wheelless]] [[axle]] used to turn the [[wheel]]s of a [[locomotive]].

Verb

1. To transfer or synchronize rotational force by means of a jackshaft.

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