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crosshead

cross·head

uncommon

noun

1.

a heading of a subsection printed within the body of the text

Synonyms
2.

metal block that connects to a piston; it slides on parallel guides and moves a connecting rod back and forth

Origin

From cross + head.

Phrases

  • crosshead screwdriver

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