differential gearnoun [ C ]
uk/ˌdɪf.ə ˈren.ʃəl ˈɡɪər/us/ˌdɪf.ə ˈren.ʃəl ˈɡɪr/specializeda device fitted to the axle of a vehicle that allows the wheels to turn at different rates when going around a corner
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Machines - parts
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