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rocker arms

 

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Noun rocker arm has 1 sense
  1. rocker arm, valve rocker - a lever pivoted at the center; used especially to push a valve down in an internal-combustion engine
    --1 is a kind of lever

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Rocker Arms

Description:

Rocker arms are mechanical components found in internal combustion engines that are responsible for transmitting the camshaft's motion to the valves. These arms pivot on a fixed point to open and close the valves, allowing fuel and air to enter and exhaust gases to exit the combustion chamber.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: The metal arms in an engine that transfer motion from the camshaft to the valves.

Example Sentence: The mechanic inspected the rocker arms for wear and tear.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A component of a rocking chair or cradle that allows it to move back and forth.

Example Sentence: Picking up her baby, Sarah gently rocked the cradle with the help of the rocker arms.

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Sense 3:

Noun: A member of a rock band or someone involved in the rock music industry.

Example Sentence: The guitarist's nimble fingers effortlessly strummed the strings, embodying the essence of a true rocker arm.

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