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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Crank' in a Sentence

"In machinery, a crank is a lever attached to a rotating shaft, with one end fixed to the shaft and the other end receiving back-and-forth motion, often from a hand or a connecting rod." more

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The crank on the bicycle helps Lily pedal up the hill with ease.
She adjusted the crank to raise the height of her office chair.
Billy turned the crank to start the old-fashioned ice cream maker.

Crank

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nounIn machinery, a crank is a lever attached to a rotating shaft, with one end fixed to the shaft and the other end receiving back-and-forth motion, often from a hand or a connecting rod.

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Last Updated On: February 26, 2024
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