"kingbolt" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: kingbolts [plural]
Etymology: From king + bolt. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|king|bolt}} king + bolt Head templates: {{en-noun}} kingbolt (plural kingbolts)
  1. The main bolt of a structure, especially the bolt in a vehicle that links the chassis to the axle, providing the steering pivot. Synonyms: kingpin, king bolt
    Sense id: en-kingbolt-en-noun-oD1GmvQ9 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

Inflected forms

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