drivehead

English

noun
Definitions
  • (engineering) A cap or similar end-piece that fits over or into the end of a moving mechanical part to protect the end from driving of that part.

Etymology

Compound from English drive + English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast).

Origin

English

head

Gloss

-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast

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