Automotive Parts And Components

noun a slang term used to refer to an object or gadget whose name is unknown or forgotten

• The technician used a specialized doohickey to calibrate the machine.
• Can you pass me that little doohickey over there?
• I have no idea what this doohickey does, but I'm gonna try it anyway.
• She always has some sort of mental doohickey that helps her stay focused.

noun a device used to secure or hold things together, such as a bolt or a screw

• The engineer used a specialized fastener to secure the components together.
• Make sure you use the right fastener for the job so things don't fall apart.
• I need to grab some of those thingamajig fasteners from the hardware store.
• Trust is the fastener that holds relationships together.

noun a projecting rim or edge on a pipe, cylinder, or beam, especially to strengthen it or to attach it to another object

• The engineer carefully measured the dimensions of the flange before attaching it to the pipe.
• Make sure you tighten the bolts on the flange securely to prevent any leaks.
• I accidentally bumped into the flange and now it's all out of whack.
• The team leader acted as the flange, connecting different departments to work together seamlessly.

noun a person or thing that lifts, especially a weightlifter or a mechanical device used for lifting heavy objects

• The weight lifter demonstrated impressive strength during the competition.
• I heard that Jim is a big lifter at the gym.
• Check out that lifter over there, he's ripped!
• She's a real lifter in the office, always picking up the slack for others.

noun a strip of material with a design or shape used for decoration or finishing

verb the process or act of shaping something using a mold or form

• The architect carefully designed the molding to complement the classical style of the building.
• I love the decorative molding in that old house, it adds so much character.
• Check out the cool molding in this place, it's lit!
• His experiences growing up in a rough neighborhood helped in molding him into a strong and resilient individual.

noun a projecting spout, terminal discharging pipe, or the like, as of a hose or other appliance

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• The nozzle of the hose was designed to control the water flow.
• Make sure to aim the nozzle towards the plants when watering them.
• I accidentally broke the nozzle off the spray bottle.
• The artist carefully adjusted the nozzle of colors to create a beautiful painting.

noun a piece of solid material fitting tightly into a hole and blocking it up

verb to fill or close up a hole or opening

• Please remember to plug in the power cord before using the device.
• Don't forget to plug in your phone before it dies.
• I need to find a way to plug this leak before it gets worse.
• She knew how to plug into the energy of the crowd and give a great performance.

noun a rubber eraser.

adjective made of rubber or resembling rubber in flexibility or toughness.

• The rubber used in the production of tires is of high quality.
• I always carry a rubber in my bag in case I make a mistake while writing.
• Hey, can you pass me that rubber so I can fix this pencil drawing?
• The team's defense was like a rubber band, always bending but never breaking.

noun a protective covering or case

verb to cover or encase with a protective covering

• The sheathing on the electrical wires provides insulation and protection.
• Sheathing is like a protective cover for the wires.
• Make sure the sheathing on those cables is intact.
• Her calm demeanor was like a sheathing, hiding the turmoil within.

noun an act of exchanging one thing for another

verb to give something in exchange for something else

• The two parties agreed to a swap of assets to finalize the merger deal.
• Let's swap seats so we can have a different view of the stage.
• I'm down to swap my old sneakers for your skateboard.
• Sometimes it feels like our roles in this project are a constant swap of responsibilities.

noun a flexible or rigid hollow tube employed to convey fluids, gas, or finely divided solids

• The tubing used in the construction of the pipeline is made of high-quality materials.
• We had a blast tubing down the river on our weekend trip.
• Let's go tubing at the lake this afternoon, it's gonna be lit!
• The tubing of emotions running through her was overwhelming as she watched the sunset.

noun nothing or zero

verb to move rapidly

• Please ensure to zip up your jacket before going outside.
• Hey, don't forget to zip your jacket!
• I love this new hoodie, it has a cool zip.
• Her words seemed to zip right over his head, he didn't understand a thing.