Axlebox
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Axlebox is a noun meaning A bushing in the hub of a wheel, through which the axle passes.
Meaning
A bushing in the hub of a wheel, through which the axle passes.
More Meanings
- The journal box of a rotating axle, especially a railway axle.
Example Sentences
The bogies, which have been specially designed to enable the vehicles to travel at express speeds have single bolster suspension and roller bearing axleboxes.
Word Forms
- axleboxes
- axle-box
- axle box
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include axle, hornguide, axletree, axtree, bushing, spoke.
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