babbit

UK
/ˈbæbɪt/
US
/ˈbæbɪt/

Translations

babbitnoun
babbits
pl
The machine uses a babbit bearing to reduce friction.
Машина использует баббитовый подшипник для уменьшения трения.
babbitverb
babbitted
Past Simple
babbitted
Past Participle
babbitting
Gerund
UK
/ˈbæbɪt/
US
/ˈbæbɪt/
The mechanic will babbit the bearings to ensure smooth operation.
Механик будет подшипниковать подшипники, чтобы обеспечить плавную работу.
babbitadjective
UK
/ˈbæbɪt/
US
/ˈbæbɪt/
Used attributively to describe items made of or lined with babbit metal.

Definitions

babbitnoun
A type of soft, white, non-ferrous alloy used in bearings to reduce friction.
The mechanic recommended using babbit metal to ensure the engine runs smoothly.
babbitverb
To line or cover a surface with a layer of babbitt metal, which is a type of soft alloy used to reduce friction in bearings.
The mechanic decided to babbit the worn-out bearings to ensure smoother operation of the machinery.
babbitadjective
Made of, containing, or relating to babbit metal.
The workshop stocked babbit bearings for vintage engines.