cambelt

English

noun
Definitions
  • Part of an internal combustion engine that synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and the camshaft(s) so that the engine's valves open and close at the proper times during each cylinder's intake and exhaust strokes.

Etymology

Compound from English cam + English belt (sing forcefully).

Origin

English

belt

Gloss

sing forcefully

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