friction clutch

fric·tion clutch

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Definitions of friction clutch words

noun friction clutch a clutch in which one part turns another by friction between them. 1
noun friction clutch a mechanical clutch in which the drive is transmitted by the friction between surfaces, lined with cork, asbestos, or other fibrous materials, attached to the driving and driven shafts 0
noun friction clutch a mechanical clutch in which the rotating coaxial shafts are engaged through frictional contact of their surfaces 0
noun friction clutch A friction clutch is a clutch in which the drive is transmitted by the friction between surfaces attached to the driving and driven shafts. These surfaces are lined with cork, asbestos, or other fibrous material. 0

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

First recorded in 1835-45

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 3% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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