axle

UK
/ˈæksl/
US
/ˈæksəl/

Translations

axlenoun
axles
pl
UK
/ˈæksl/
US
/ˈæksəl/
The axle of the car was damaged in the accident.
Ось автомобиля была повреждена в аварии.
Additional translations
axleadjective
UK
/ˈæksl̩/
US
/ˈæksəl/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "axle grease".

Definitions

axlenoun
A rod or spindle (either fixed or rotating) passing through the center of a wheel or group of wheels.
The mechanic inspected the axle to ensure it was not damaged.
The complete assembly of a vehicle's supporting shaft, housing, and pair of wheels considered as a single unit.
The mechanic replaced the front axle after it was damaged in the accident.
axleadjective
Relating to or designed for an axle.
He applied axle grease to reduce friction.