Meaning of big end | Babel Free

Definitions

In a piston engine, the larger end (crankshaft end) of the connecting rod that connects a piston to the crankshaft.

Examples

“From the sound⟳ of that motor, I'd say⟳ yer big end's gone, mate.”

“Except in the case of the largest 4-6-2, not yet in contemplation, use⟳ of two [outside] cylinders only was decided on for the following reasons:— […] 2. The split⟳ inside big end⟳ is a source of trouble⟳ at high speeds and powers unless exceptional integrity of maintenance can be guaranteed.”

“Oil is carried from the big end⟳ to the small end⟳ by a centrally drilled oil hole.”

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