
Meaning of DIFFERENTIAL GEAR
| Pronunciation: | | `difu'renshul geer
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[n] a bevel gear that permits rotation of two shafts at different speeds; used on the rear axle of automobiles to allow wheels to rotate at different speeds on curves |
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| | Synonyms: | | differential |
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| | See Also: | | bevel gear, pinion and crown wheel, pinion and ring gear | |
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