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Meaning of DIFFERENTIAL GEAR

Pronunciation:  `difu'renshul geer

 
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 Definition: 
[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
 
 Synonyms: differential
 
 See Also: bevel gear, pinion and crown wheel, pinion and ring gear

 

 

 

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