Crankcase
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crankcase is a noun meaning The part of an engine that contains the crankshaft.
Meaning
The part of an engine that contains the crankshaft.
Example Sentences
The crankcase itself is in one piece, in the form of a tunnel into which the crankshaft is introduced from one end.
Word Forms
- crankcases
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crankshaft, engine, motor, sump, carter, flushing.
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