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crankcase

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crank·case  (krngkks)
n.
The metal case enclosing the crankshaft and associated parts in a reciprocating engine.
crankcase [ˈkræŋkˌkeɪs]
n
(Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) the metal housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc., in an internal-combustion engine, reciprocating pump, etc.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.crankcase - housing for a crankshaft
housing - a protective cover designed to contain or support a mechanical component
reciprocating engine - an internal-combustion engine in which the crankshaft is turned by pistons moving up and down in cylinders
Translations
crankcase [ˈkræŋkkeɪs] N → cárter m
crankcase
n (Aut) → Kurbelgehäuse nt
crankcase [ˈkræŋkˌkeɪs] n (Aut) → basamento (del motore)
crankcase [ˈkræŋkˌkeɪs] n (Aut) → basamento (del motore)


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