Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
manivela
Noun
/ˌmanɪˈveɪlə/
Definition
A lever or crank used to operate a mechanism, often found in machinery.
Examples
- He used the manivela to lift the heavy gate.
- To start the engine, just turn the manivela a few times.
- In old cars, a manivela was commonly used to crank the engine.
Meaning
The term ‘manivela’ refers to a crank that is used to turn or operate something, typically in a circular motion.
Synonyms
- Crank
- Lever
- Handle