Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cogwheel
Noun
/ˈkɒɡ.wiːl/
Definition
A wheel with teeth or cogs that engages with another cogwheel to transmit motion and force.
Examples
- The clock’s cogwheel moved steadily, keeping perfect time.
- In the factory, the cogwheel system efficiently transferred power between machines.
- He designed a model train that featured functioning cogwheels.
Meaning
A cogwheel, also known as a gear, is a mechanical component that works by interlocking with other wheels to create movement in machines or devices.
Synonyms
- Gear
- Toothwheel
- Wheel
