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driveshaft

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drive shaft also drive·shaft (drvshft)
n.
A rotating shaft that transmits mechanical power from a motor or an engine to a point or region of application.
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Noun1.driveshaft - a rotating shaft that transmits power from the engine to the point of application
drive line, drive line system - mechanism that transmits power from the engine to the driving wheels of a motor vehicle
rotating shaft, shaft - a revolving rod that transmits power or motion


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The firm, which specialises in making driveshafts for major car manufacturers, also produces parts for tractors, diggers and planes.
Moffatt suffered a broken driveshaft on test nine and valiantly pushed his car round to complete the course, to the applause of spectators and fellow drivers alike.
 
 
 
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