Meaning Of The Word Crankcase

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crankcase in American English
the metal casing that encloses the crankshaft of an internal-combustion engine
noun: the housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, and allied parts

crankcase in Automotive Engineering
noun: A crankcase is the part of an engine that contains and supports the crankshaft and main bearings.

crankcase in British English
noun: the metal housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc, in an internal-combustion engine, reciprocating pump, etc

crankcase in Mechanical Engineering
noun: The crankcase is the metal housing around the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc., in something such as an internal-combustion engine or a reciprocating pump.

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