Phrase guide

sprocket wheel

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A wheel consisting of cogs (teeth) that interacts with the links of a chain, pitched blocks on a cable, or cogs of a belt.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: light industry; heavy industry; light industry; heavy industry

Topics: cycling, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sprocket

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

thin wheel with teeth that engage with a chain

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sprocket

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: wheel

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