English Explanatory Dictionary

universal joint

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A coupling that allows different parts of a machine not in line with each other some freedom of movement at the same time as transmitting rotary motion. Typical applications include driveshafts and socket wrenches.

Word forms

universal joint universal joints

Synonyms

U-joint universal coupling Cardan joint Hardy-Spicer joint Hooke's joint

Related words

cardan shaft power take-off
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