Detent

noun

/dɪˈtɛnt/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounThat which locks or unlocks a movement; a catch, pawl, or dog; especially, in clockwork, the catch which locks and unlocks the wheelwork in striking.

2.verbThe action of creating a detent mechanism to lock or unlock movement.

Synonyms

pawl click dog holddown cotter stopper clasp fastener awt attachment hold set

Rhymes With

retent marquee tent tea tent tree tent

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