sheave

Meanings

• noun

  A type of pulley or sheave wheel used in machines to change the direction or reduce the angle of force.

  - "The sheave in the pulley system of the crane is essential for lifting heavy loads."
  - "The sheave wheel in the water wheel converts rotational energy into linear energy."

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Variants

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sheave , sheaves , sheaved , sheaving

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Etymology

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Old English scief, from sciehan to sheave, push or squeeze.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest sheave wheel is located in the German town of Augsburg and has a diameter of 11 meters.

2. The term 'sheave' comes from the Old English word 'scief', which means 'to sheave' or 'to push'.

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Related Concepts

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1. pulley: A machine consisting of a wheel with a groove or flange around which a rope passes, used to change the direction of force or to make it easier to lift a load.

2. sheave wheel: A large pulley wheel, often used in water wheels or windmills, to transmit power from one place to another.

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Culture

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Sheaves have been used in various machines and devices for centuries, particularly in industries that require heavy lifting or power transmission. They have been a subject of interest in literature and art, often symbolizing strength and power.

How to Memorize "sheave"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large wheel with a groove in the middle, around which a rope passes. This is a basic representation of a sheave.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sheave' with the idea of changing direction or reducing force. For example, think of a sheave as a 'direction changer' or 'force reducer'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sheaves help to lift and save energy' to remember the meaning of the word.

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