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torque converters

torque converters is the plural of torque converter.

Meaning of torque converter

Noun

torque converter (plural torque converters)

  1. A device that converts the rotational output of a prime mover into work by driving a rotational load. A torque converter functions as a clutch and reduction gear, usually inside an automatic transmission, to allow loose coupling between the driver and the driven, letting the drive (such as a motor or engine) rotate at different speeds from the load (such as a wheel).
    • Holonyms: automatic transmission < motor vehicle < vehicle

Questions about torque converters

What is torque converters the plural of?
Torque converters is the plural of torque converter.

Words near torque converters in the dictionary

  1. Torquay pottery
  2. Torquay ware
  3. Torquay wares
  4. torque
  5. torque converter
  6. torque converters
  7. torque meter
  8. torque meters
  9. torque off
  10. torque spanner
  11. torque spanners

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