wormgears

/ˈwɜrmˌɡɪrz/
noun
  1. Plural of wormgear; multiple wormgear mechanisms or assemblies.
    • The engineer inspected the wormgears for signs of wear.
    • These wormgears are made of hardened steel for durability.
    • The machine shop produces custom wormgears for industrial equipment.
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