Meaning Of The Word Master cylinder

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What's The Definition Of Master cylinder?

master cylinder in American English
the hydraulic pump of an automotive braking system that contains a cylinder and one or two pistons, is actuated by the brake pedal, and supplies hydraulic fluid under pressure to the brakes at each wheel

master cylinder in Automotive Engineering
noun: The master cylinder is the main source of pressure in a hydraulic system such as a brake or clutch system.

master cylinder in British English
noun: a large cylinder in a hydraulic system in which the working fluid is compressed by a piston enabling it to drive one or more slave cylinders

master cylinder in Mechanical Engineering
noun: The master cylinder in a hydraulic system is a large cylinder in which the working fluid is compressed by a piston so it can drive one or more other cylinders.

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