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coupler

UK
/ˈkʌplə/
US
/ˈkʌplɚ/

Translations

couplernoun
couplers
pl
UK
/ˈkʌplə/
US
/ˈkʌplɚ/
coupleurDispositif technique de connexion ou de liaison; emploi général en mécanique et en électronique.
The engineer installed a new coupler to connect the two sections of the pipeline.
L’ingénieur a installé un nouveau coupleur pour relier les deux sections du pipeline.
attelageEn transport ferroviaire.
The train's coupler was damaged, causing a delay in the schedule.
L’attelage du train a été endommagé, ce qui a provoqué un retard dans l’horaire.
Additional translations
accouplementEn musique, notamment pour l’orgue.
Synonyms
connector
link
joint
fastener
coupling
coupleradjective
UK
/ˈkʌplə/
US
/ˈkʌplɚ/
Attributive use: placed before another noun to denote relation to a coupler (e.g., "coupler assembly").
de couplageTerme technique, courant en mécanique, électronique et ingénierie.
The mechanic ordered replacement parts for the coupler brake system.
Le mécanicien a commandé des pièces de rechange pour le système de freinage de couplage.

Definitions

couplernoun
A device that connects two things, especially mechanical components or systems.
The engineer installed a new coupler to connect the two sections of the pipeline.
A device used in rail transport to connect rolling stock together.
The train's coupler was damaged, causing a delay in the schedule.
A device in music that connects two keyboards of an organ so that they can be played together.
The organist used the coupler to play both the swell and great keyboards simultaneously.
A passive device that transfers a specified amount of power or signal from one circuit, transmission line, or waveguide to another.
The technician inserted a directional coupler to sample the RF signal without interrupting the main line.
coupleradjective
Relating to or intended for use with a coupler.
The mechanic ordered replacement parts for the coupler brake system.
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