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DETENT Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word detent. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word detent. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for DETENT

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click
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a short light metallic sound

• a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu)

• a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

• depression of a button on a computer mouse

verb

• move or strike with a noise

• make a clicking or ticking sound

• click repeatedly or uncontrollably

• cause to make a snapping sound

• produce a click

• make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens

• become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions

dog
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

• a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman

• informal term for a man

• someone who is morally reprehensible

• a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll

• a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

• metal supports for logs in a fireplace

verb

• go after with the intent to catch

pawl
nounn
noun

• a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

Best Hypernyms For DETENT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for detent, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
catch stop

Alternatives for CLICK

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