Mechanical Engineering Terms

verb to be connected or joined to something

preposition used to indicate that something is connected or joined to something else

• The document must be signed and have the necessary paperwork attached to it.
• Make sure you have all the receipts attached to the expense report.
• I have a photo attached to my profile for everyone to see.
• She felt like a weight was attached to her heart, dragging her down.

noun a tooth that has two points or cusps, especially a premolar tooth

adjective having two points or cusps, especially a premolar tooth

• The dentist pointed out a cavity on my lower right second bicuspid.
• I had to get a filling on my back tooth, the bicuspid.
• I hate when my bicuspid hurts, it's the worst.
• His decision was like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole, it was as mismatched as a molar and a bicuspid.

noun a sudden or violent escape from restraint or confinement

verb to escape or become free from restraint or confinement

• During the protest, the crowd started to break loose and the police had to intervene.
• Once the music started playing, everyone on the dance floor began to break loose.
• When the final bell rang, all the students couldn't wait to break loose from school.
• After years of strict dieting, she decided to break loose and indulge in some delicious desserts.

noun a person who is unprincipled, deceitful, or undeserving of trust

• The cad was arrested for his fraudulent activities.
• That cad always tries to cheat his way out of things.
• I can't believe that cad tried to pull a fast one on us.
• His betrayal made him seem like a real cad in our eyes.

noun a force that acts on a body moving in a circular path and is directed toward the center around which the body is moving

• The centripetal force acting on the object kept it moving in a circular path.
• The centripetal force pulled the car towards the center of the roundabout.
• The centripetal force made the skateboarder spin around really fast.
• Love can be seen as the centripetal force that keeps a relationship strong and connected.

noun the base frame of a machine or mechanical device

• The chassis of the vehicle plays a crucial role in ensuring structural integrity.
• The chassis of this car is built to last, no matter what.
• Check out the sick chassis on that ride!
• The chassis of the business model provides a strong foundation for growth.

noun a machine that converts energy into mechanical force or motion

• The engine of the car is designed to provide optimal performance.
• I heard the engine of that motorcycle roaring down the street.
• Let's rev up the engine and hit the road!
• Education is often seen as the engine that drives societal progress.

adjective complete or total

adverb at full speed or with maximum effort

• The project manager is flat out trying to meet the deadline.
• I am flat out exhausted after a long day at work.
• I was flat out broke last month, but now I'm back on track.
• Her performance in the play was flat out amazing.

noun the action of one surface or object rubbing against another

• The friction between the two parties has hindered progress in the negotiations.
• There's always some friction between siblings when sharing a room.
• I can feel the friction between them whenever they're in the same room.
• The friction between tradition and progress is evident in this debate.

adjective causing annoyance or resentment; annoying

• The galling behavior of the defendant in court was met with stern disapproval from the judge.
• It's so galling when people cut in line at the grocery store.
• I find it absolutely galling when my boss micromanages every little thing I do.
• The galling defeat in the final minutes of the game left the team feeling defeated and frustrated.

noun a mechanical part that transmits motion or power

verb to adjust or adapt to a specific purpose or situation

• The engineer adjusted the gear to optimize the machine's performance.
• Make sure you have the right gear for camping this weekend.
• I need to gear up before hitting the gym.
• She shifted into high gear to finish the project on time.

noun a mechanical device that performs a specific function

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• The machine was designed to increase efficiency in the production process.
• I love using the coffee machine in the break room.
• That new gaming machine is so cool!
• She's a machine when it comes to getting work done.

verb to drive, impel, or cause to move forward or onward

adjective having the ability to propel or move forward

• The new engine design is propelling the spacecraft towards its destination at a faster speed.
• The new engine is really propelling the car forward on the highway.
• That new workout supplement is propelling my gains in the gym!
• Her passion for art is propelling her career to new heights.

noun the act of pulling

verb to exert force on (someone or something) to cause movement towards oneself

• The worker used a lever to pull the heavy machinery across the floor.
• Can you help me pull this table over to the window?
• I'll just give it a good yank to pull it loose.
• She always knows how to pull the team together during tough times.

noun the quality or state of being resistant or stubborn

adjective renitent (resistant or stubborn)

• The renitency of the material made it difficult to cut through.
• I can't believe the renitency of this package, it's impossible to open!
• The renitency of that guy is so annoying, he never listens to anyone.
• Her renitency towards change is holding her back from personal growth.

noun a rigid substance or material

adjective stiff or unyielding; not flexible

• The company has strict and rigid guidelines in place for employee conduct.
• My dad is so rigid about curfew, he never lets me stay out past 10pm.
• I can't believe how rigid the dress code is at that school, it's so old-fashioned.
• Her rigid mindset prevented her from seeing things from a different perspective.

noun a device or substance that is used to join two things together to prevent leakage

verb to confirm or make official by a signature or stamp

• The official document requires a seal to be stamped by the notary public.
• I saw a seal swimming in the ocean during our beach trip.
• That new song really seals the deal for me.
• Her smile was like a seal of approval for the project.

noun a short, high-pitched sound or cry

verb to make a short, high-pitched sound

• The old hinges on the door began to squeak as it opened.
• I heard a little squeak coming from the mouse in the corner.
• That car's brakes always squeak, it's so annoying.
• Her voice had a slight squeak of nervousness in it.

noun the vapor into which water is converted when heated, forming a white mist of minute water droplets in the air

verb to emit steam or vapor

• The steam engine revolutionized transportation during the Industrial Revolution.
• I love watching the steam rise from a hot cup of tea.
• Let's blow off some steam by going for a run.
• The tension between them was palpable, like steam building up in a pressure cooker.

noun a wobbling or unsteady movement

verb to move unsteadily or sway back and forth

• The economy continues to teeter on the brink of recession.
• I saw the stack of plates teetering on the edge of the table.
• She was so drunk, she could barely teeter in her high heels.
• His decision to quit his job caused his whole world to teeter on its axis.

noun a sudden or forceful movement or action

verb to push or force something out or forward with great strength

• The machine automatically thrust out the finished product once it was complete.
• The toaster suddenly thrust out the toast, almost scaring me.
• I was so surprised when the cat thrust out its paw to grab the toy.
• His emotions were thrust out into the open during the heated argument.

noun the lower side or bottom of something

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• The underside of the car was covered in rust.
• I saw a spider crawling on the underside of the table.
• I found a secret compartment on the underside of the desk.
• The project's success lies in exploring the underside of the issue.

verb to release or undo a fastening or restraint

• Please remember to unfasten your seatbelt before exiting the vehicle.
• Don't forget to unfasten your shoelaces before taking off your shoes.
• I had to unfasten my belt after eating too much at the buffet.
• She needed to unfasten her mind from the stress of work by taking a break.

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adjective not strained or stressed; relaxed or natural

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• The unstrained liquid was carefully poured into the beaker for analysis.
• I like my coffee unstrained, with all the grounds at the bottom.
• I prefer my conversations to be unstrained, no need for small talk.
• Her unstrained enthusiasm for the project was contagious among the team.

noun a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plow or cart they are to pull

verb to attach a yoke to

• The farmer used a yoke to harness the oxen together.
• I need to grab the yoke to steer the boat in the right direction.
• Let's hit the road and put the yoke on this new car.
• The oppressive government was seen as a heavy yoke on the people's freedom.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun, which can be definite (the) or indefinite (a, an)

• The mechanic explained all the components under the hood of the car.
• I have no idea what's going on under the hood of this thing.
• Let's take a look under the hood and see what's really going on.
• It's important to understand what's happening under the hood of a project before making any decisions.

noun a person or thing that sucks diesel fuel

verb present participle of the verb 'suck', indicating the ongoing action of sucking diesel fuel

• The new fuel-efficient engine design is allowing the vehicle to run more efficiently, like sucking diesel.
• Once we hit the open road, we'll be sucking diesel and making good time.
• I can't wait to get out on the highway and start sucking diesel!
• After a slow start, the project is finally picking up speed and sucking diesel.

noun a material that is abradable

adjective capable of being abraded or worn away by friction

• The material used for the gaskets must be abradable to prevent damage during operation.
• Make sure to use an abradable material for the seal so it doesn't wear out quickly.
• You gotta get that abradable stuff for the job, or it won't last long.
• Her patience was as abradable as sandpaper, wearing thin with each passing minute.

adverb in a position with the front turned forward or upward

preposition in a tilted or lopsided position

• The peacock strutted acock, displaying its vibrant feathers.
• She always walks around with her head held acock, like she owns the place.
• He was standing there all acock, trying to impress everyone.
• The new artist's work left everyone acock with its unique style.

noun permission to enter a place or access something

• Only those with a valid ticket will be granted admittance to the concert.
• You can't get in without admittance, so make sure you have your ticket.
• No ticket, no admittance - it's as simple as that.
• In order to truly understand the complex topic, one must gain admittance to the inner circle of experts.

noun a type of windmill used for pumping water or generating electricity

• The aeromotor is a type of windmill commonly used for pumping water on farms.
• My grandpa has an old aeromotor on his property that still works like a charm.
• I heard that new aeromotor design is the bee's knees when it comes to efficiency.
• The aeromotor of progress continued to turn, driving innovation in the industry.

adjective relating to the combined effects of aerodynamics, heat transfer, and structural elasticity

• The aerothermoelastic analysis of the aircraft's wings was crucial for ensuring structural integrity during high-speed flight.
• They had to do some fancy aerothermoelastic stuff to make sure the plane didn't fall apart when it went really fast.
• I have no idea what aerothermoelastic means, but it sounds cool!
• His mind felt like an aerothermoelastic material, constantly under pressure and heat.