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crown and pinion

 

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Crown and Pinion

Definition:

The term "crown and pinion" refers to a gear mechanism that consists of a crown gear and a pinion gear. It is commonly used in various mechanical devices and applications to transfer rotational motion with high precision and efficiency.

Usage:

As a noun:

1. The crown and pinion are essential components of a car's differential system.

2. The watchmaker carefully assembled the intricate crown and pinion gears to ensure accurate timekeeping.

As a verb:

1. The machine shop is crowning and pinioning the gears for the new engine.

2. The mechanic expertly crowned and pinioned the bicycle's gear mechanism for a smoother ride.

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