pushrod

English

noun
Definitions
  • (automotive)A rod in a piston engine that actuates rocker arms above the cylinder head.
  • (mechanical engineering) A rod in an internal gear hub that actuates the shifting mechanism.

Etymology

Compound from English push (sell promote) + English rod.

Origin

English

rod

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