Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

crankpin

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 1.07 in modern English

Syllables: crankpin
IPA

16

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

1

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The pin that attaches a connecting rod to a crank.

Example Sentences

"Three independent sets of Walschaerts valve gear are provided, those for the outside cylinders being driven by return cranks placed on the driving crankpins, and by crosshead arms attached to the crossheads."

Etymology

From crank + pin.

Inflected Forms

crankpins (plural) crank pin (alternative)

Questions

What does crankpin mean?: The pin that attaches a connecting rod to a crank.
Where does crankpin come from?: From crank + pin.

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