"drive chain" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: drive chains [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} drive chain (plural drive chains)
  1. Synonym of chain drive; a mechanical system that transmits power from one rotating shaft to another using a continuous chain and toothed wheels called sprockets. Synonyms: chain drive [synonym, synonym-of]
    Sense id: en-drive_chain-en-noun-~N3No9A2 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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