bushing

Meanings

• noun

  A type of mechanical component used to transmit power or motion between two parts, typically made of metal or plastic.

  - "The bushing in the engine wore out, causing a loud noise."
  - "The mechanic replaced the worn-out bushings in the car's suspension system."

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Rhymes

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hustling , rustling , crusading , abusing

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Variants

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bushing , bushings , bush , bushed , bushes

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Etymology

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From the Old English word 'busan' meaning 'to press, crowd' or 'bush' meaning 'thicket, brushwood'. The term 'bushing' refers to the cylindrical component used to transmit power or motion, often found in machinery and vehicles.

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Trivia

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1. Bushings were first used in the early 1800s in textile machinery to reduce wear and friction.

2. Bushings are often made of materials such as bronze, steel, or polymer.

3. The size and material of the bushing can greatly affect its performance and lifespan.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bearing: A mechanical component that supports and permits the rotation of a shaft or axle. Bushings are a type of bearing.

2. Lubrication: The process of applying a substance to reduce friction and wear between moving parts. Bushings are often used in conjunction with lubrication.

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Culture

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Bushings have been used in various industries for decades due to their ability to reduce friction and wear between moving parts. They are commonly used in automotive, industrial, and engineering applications.

How to Memorize "bushing"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cylindrical component made of metal or plastic used to transmit power or motion between two parts.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bushing' with machinery, vehicles, and transmitting power or motion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'BUSH' stands for 'Bearing, Utility, Shaft, Hub': Bushings are commonly used in bearings, utilities, shafts, and hubs.

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