crankpin
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crank·pin
also crank pin (krăngk′pĭn′)n.
A bar or cylinder in the arm of a crank to which a reciprocating member or connecting rod is attached.
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crankpin
(ˈkræŋkˌpɪn)n
(Mechanical Engineering) a short cylindrical bearing surface fitted between two arms of a crank and set parallel to the main shaft of the crankshaft
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crank′pin`
or crank′ pin`,
n.
a short cylindrical pin at the outer end of a crank, held by and moving with a connecting rod or link.
Compare web (def. 11). [1830–40]
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