1
a
: a pin or shaft on or with which a wheel or pair of wheels revolves
b(1)
: a fixed bar or beam with bearings at its ends on which wheels (as of a cart) revolve
(2)
: the spindle of such a beam
2
archaic
: axis
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In the performance department, the GV80 has an electronic limited slip differential in the rear axle assembly for a more advanced all wheel drive traction control system.
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Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 2 Feb. 2025
Cub Scouts built miniature cars from blocks of wood, plastic wheels, and metal axles.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Since braking forces are higher at the front axle, an extra motor there means more regen to recharge the battery.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 2025
The wood is cut and typically sanded and painted, using the kit’s axles and wheels.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
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Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 2 Feb. 2025
Cub Scouts built miniature cars from blocks of wood, plastic wheels, and metal axles.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Since braking forces are higher at the front axle, an extra motor there means more regen to recharge the battery.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 2025
The wood is cut and typically sanded and painted, using the kit’s axles and wheels.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
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“Axle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/axle. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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axle
noun
ax·le
ˈak-səl 
: a pin, pole, or bar on or with which a wheel revolves
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