HANDWHEEL Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word handwheel. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for HANDWHEEL
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| crank | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a bad-tempered person • a whimsically eccentric person • an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant • a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle adjective satellite • (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail verb • travel along a zigzag path • start by cranking • rotate with a crank • fasten with a crank • bend into the shape of a crank | ||||||||
| dial | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours • the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning • the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments • a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called verb • operate a dial to select a telephone number • choose by means of a dial | ||||||||
| handle | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it verb • be in charge of, act on, or dispose of • interact in a certain way • act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression • touch, lift, or hold with the hands • handle effectively • show and train | ||||||||
| lever | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum • a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum • a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock verb • to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open | ||||||||
| wheel | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines) • a handwheel that is used for steering • forces that provide energy and direction • a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel • game equipment consisting of a wheel with slots that is used for gambling; the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in • an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims • a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals verb • change directions as if revolving on a pivot • wheel somebody or something • move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle • ride a bicycle | ||||||||
