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| crank |
to turn by using of a crank, or start by using a crank or other device. [1/4 definitions] |
| crankpin |
a bar or cylindrical pin positioned in a crank and having a connecting rod or link attached. |
| dead center |
the maximum or minimum extension of a crank and connecting rod in a reciprocating engine, in which both are in a straight line and the connecting rod cannot turn the crank. [1/2 definitions] |
| grind |
to operate by turning a handle or crank. [1/12 definitions] |
| hand organ |
a portable barrel organ that is played by turning a crank by hand. |
| hurdy-gurdy |
a barrel organ or other musical instrument that is played by turning a crank. [2 definitions] |
| winch |
the crank or handle that operates a hand-powered turning machine. [1/3 definitions] |
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