flywheel

/ˌflaɪˈwil/
/ˌflaɪˈhwil/
/ˈflaɪwil/
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Other forms: flywheels

Definitions of flywheel
  1. noun
    regulator consisting of a heavy wheel that stores kinetic energy and smooths the operation of a reciprocating engine
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    types:
    fluid flywheel
    a kind of fluid coupling in which the flywheel is the driving rotor
    type of:
    governor, regulator
    a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel)
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