universal
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- noun
- /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜrsl/
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- During the repair, he learned how a universal allows for connection at various angles in the vehicle's transmission system.
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Watch on YouTubeSo you may recall in the case of universal chains, universal joints, I should say.
- So you may recall in the case of universal chains, universal joints, I should say.
Examples
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A mechanic replaced the old universal with a new one to ensure the drivetrain could function smoothly.
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So you may recall in the case of universal chains, universal joints, I should say.
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I carry a Milwaukee 18v impact and a long 1/4" extension with a universal along with a bunch of other tools.
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The engineer explained that the universal is essential for transferring torque between the engine and the wheels.
Synonyms
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A device that connects two machine parts so they move together
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A small part that connects two turning shafts at different angles and passes power between them
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A part that connects two pieces and lets one move compared to the other
Compounds
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A person with type O negative blood whose blood can be given to people of any blood type
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Time at Greenwich, England that countries use as the world time standard
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All the things we consider in a math problem, including every smaller group
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A small part that connects two turning shafts at different angles and passes power between them
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A set of black bars and numbers on a product package scanned in stores
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The global time for clocks, based on Greenwich time and adjusted with extra seconds to match Earth's rotation
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A statement that says something is true for every member of a group
- Texting
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A web address you type into a browser to open a page or file
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A symbol that shows a statement is true for every member of a group
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A number that shows how strongly two objects with mass attract each other depending on their distance
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A former unit of length based on a pendulum that swings once in one second
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A number used in the ideal gas law to link energy, temperature, and amount of gas
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A thin skin covering a young mushroom that breaks, leaving a cup at the base or patches on the cap
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Etymology
The mechanical word universal comes from uni- 'one' and vers- 'turn', so a 'universal' joint is a single part that can 'turn' in many directions to connect moving shafts. That's why a universal joint lets parts move smoothly at an angle.