noun Download 🔗Share A turning or sliding piece which imparts motion to a rod, lever or block brought into sliding or rolling contact with it. Examples : "The engine used cams to push the valves open and closed, controlling the flow of fuel and air. " machine technical technology part device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A curved wedge, movable about an axis, used for forcing or clamping two pieces together. Examples : "The craftsman used cams to tightly clamp the wooden boards together while the glue dried. " machine technical device part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share A camming device, a spring-loaded device for effecting a temporary belay in a rock crevice. Examples : "The climber carefully placed two cams in the crack to protect himself as he moved up the rock face. " sport technical item device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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