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shaft

UK
/ʃɑːft/
US
/ʃæft/

Translations

shaftnoun
shafts
pl
UK
/ʃɑːft/
US
/ʃæft/
The engineer inspected the shaft for any signs of wear.
Инженер осмотрел вал на предмет износа.
The miners descended into the shaft to begin their work.
Шахтеры спустились в шахту, чтобы начать работу.
The tree's shaft was straight and tall.
Ствол дерева был прямым и высоким.
He gripped the shaft of the hammer tightly.
Он крепко держал рукоятку молотка.
Additional translations
шпиндель
канал
основной вал
туннель
колонна
Synonyms
staff
beam
spindle
bar
stick
pole
rod
shafting
tube
shaftverb
shafted
Past Simple
shafted
Past Participle
shafting
Gerund
UK
/ʃɑːft/
US
/ʃæft/
He felt like the company was trying to shaft him with the new contract.
Он чувствовал, что компания пытается его обмануть с новым контрактом.
Additional translations
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shaftadjective
Attributive use in compounds such as "shaft collar", "shaft furnace"; treated as adjective by dictionary convention.

Definitions

shaftnoun
A long, narrow, typically vertical hole that gives access to a mine, or a similar passage.
The miners descended into the shaft to begin their work for the day.
A long, slender part or section forming the handle of a tool or club, the body of a spear or arrow, or a similar implement.
He gripped the shaft of the hammer tightly as he prepared to strike the nail.
A ray or beam of light.
A shaft of sunlight broke through the clouds, illuminating the valley below.
A column or pillar, especially the main part between the base and the capital.
The ancient temple was supported by several marble shafts that had stood the test of time.
A rotating or oscillating rod that transmits motion or power, especially in a machine.
The engineer examined the drive shaft to ensure it was functioning properly.
Unfair or harsh treatment, especially as the result of deceit or exploitation (slang).
Workers felt they were getting the shaft when the company cut their bonuses.
The penis (vulgar, slang).
He suffered an injury to the shaft of his penis.
shaftverb
To treat someone unfairly or harshly, especially by deceiving or cheating them.
He felt shafted when he realized he was paid less than his colleagues for the same work.
To equip or provide with a shaft, as in a tool or weapon.
The blacksmith shafted the spear with a sturdy wooden pole.
shaftadjective
Relating to, designed for, or functioning as a shaft.
The mechanic chose the correct shaft seal for the engine.
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