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drawbar

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun drawbar has 1 sense
  1. drawbar - a strong metal bar bearing a hook to attach something to be pulled
    --1 is a kind of
    bar

Definitions from the Web

Drawbar

A drawbar refers to a strong metal bar or beam that is used to connect two or more vehicles together, allowing them to be towed or hauled.

In a mechanical sense, a drawbar can also be a device used to transmit power from a source to a machine, often seen in heavy-duty machinery.

Senses

Noun

  1. a towing or hauling device
  2. a device transmitting power

Usages

Popular

A popular use of drawbars can be found in towing trucks, where a drawbar is used to connect the truck with the trailer it is transporting.

In the field of agriculture, drawbars are used to hitch a tractor to a variety of agricultural implements, such as plows or spreaders.

Local

In certain localized regions, drawbars may refer to the metal bars on which train cars are hooked, allowing them to join together and form a train.

In some areas, drawbars are used in the manufacturing industry to connect machines and transfer power, enabling the efficient operation of production lines.

Sample Sentences

  1. The drawbar snapped, causing the trailer to detach from the truck.
  2. To increase productivity, the factory installed drawbars to connect the machinery and optimize power distribution.
  3. Before they could move, the train conductor ensured that all drawbars were properly secured between the cars.

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