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slideways

slideways

9.5
Tracks on a machine that let parts move in a straight line
  • noun
  • /ˈslaɪdweɪz/
  • Specialized
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  • Regular maintenance of the slideways prevents wear and extends the life of the equipment.

Examples

  • The engineer lubricated the slideways to ensure the machine operated smoothly.

  • He adjusted the slideways to improve the machine's accuracy.

  • Dust and debris can cause damage if the slideways are not kept clean.

  • The slideways on the milling machine are very precise.

  • The engineer lubricated the slideways to ensure the machine operated smoothly.

  • Regular maintenance of the slideways prevents wear and extends the life of the equipment.

  • Dust and debris can cause damage if the slideways are not kept clean.

Synonyms

guideway
vsslideways
  • Specialized
1 7.2

A track that guides vehicles like trams and buses

is narrower and means precisely made tracks on machine tools for smooth straight movement

How Smooth

bearing
  • Specialized
20 6.4
slideways
  • Specialized
9.5
guide
33 4.4

Surface Forms

slideways singular
slideways plural

Morphology

slideways = slideway (semi-transparent) = slide + way + s

The word is the regular plural of slideway, and the technical compound remains compositionally clear.

Etymology

Slideways comes from slide meaning 'to move smoothly' and ways meaning 'paths', like in railway. So, slideways are the smooth paths or tracks on a machine that let parts slide in a straight line.