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sprocket

DEFINITIONS OF: sprocket

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n tooth on the rim of gear wheel

Synonyms:
cog
Type of:
tooth
something resembling the tooth of an animal

n thin wheel with teeth that engage with a chain

Synonyms:
sprocket wheel
Type of:
wheel
a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)

n roller that has teeth on the rims to pull film or paper through

Type of:
roller
a cylinder that revolves
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