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spoke misalignment

spoke misalignment

7.9
When the metal rods that hold a bicycle wheel are out of position and the wheel wobbles
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • If you notice unusual wobbling, spoke misalignment may be the cause.

Examples

  • Persistent spoke misalignment can shorten the lifespan of a bicycle wheel.

  • A skilled mechanic can quickly fix spoke misalignment during a routine service.

  • The bike shop fixed the spoke misalignment quickly.

  • A spoke misalignment can lead to poor handling.

  • If you notice unusual wobbling when riding, spoke misalignment may be the cause.

  • Persistent spoke misalignment can make your bicycle dangerous to ride.

  • A skilled mechanic will check for spoke misalignment to ensure your bike is safe.

Synonyms

misalignment
vsspoke misalignment
2 6.3

Parts in the wrong position so a machine or object does not work properly

applies to a bicycle wheel with wrongly adjusted support rods that make it wobble

Surface Forms

spoke misalignment singular
spoke misalignments plural

Morphology

spoke + misalignment

The phrase is a straightforward compound of 'spoke' (wheel support rod) and 'misalignment' (incorrect positioning), so its meaning — the spokes being out of proper alignment — is directly inferable from the parts. This compositional noun‑noun pattern is common in English and other languages, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents would readily understand the term.

Etymology

Spoke misalignment gives a simple bike image: a spoke is a thin metal rod from the wheel's centre to the rim and misalignment means 'not lined up', so when some spokes are out of place the wheel will 'wobble'. That's why spoke misalignment means the spokes are not adjusted and the wheel is not straight.