chainring

English

Etymology

chain +‎ ring

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈt͡ʃeɪnɹɪŋ/

Noun

chainring (plural chainrings)

  1. The large forward ring on a bicycle that a chain attaches to, in order to transfer energy to a wheel. It consists of one or more sprockets that are driven by the cranks and pedals of the bicycle.
    Holonym: crankset
    Coordinate terms: pinion, spider

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