a longitudinal slot cut into a component to accept a key that engages with a similar slot on a mating component to prevent relative motion of the two components
keyway in American English
(ˈkiˌweɪ)
noun
1.
a groove or slot cut in a shaft, hub, etc. to hold the key
2.
the keyhole in a lock for a flat key
keyway in Mechanical Engineering
(kiweɪ)
Word forms: (regular plural) keyways
noun
(Mechanical engineering: Machinery and components)
A keyway is a long slot cut into a component to accept a key that engages with a similar sloton a mating component so that the two components do not move against each other.
If the key is not fitting properly in both the flywheel and crank shaft keyways, replace the key.
A keyway is a slot or groove in which a key slides.
A keyway is a long slot cut into a component to accept a key that engages with a similar sloton a mating component so that the two components do not move against each other.
Examples of 'keyway' in a sentence
keyway
She checked Hardin's keys and found one that slotted into the keyway.
MacNeill, Alastair CODE BREAKER (2003)
Tim aimed the carbide tip into the cylinder core directly over the keyway.