drawspring

/ˈdrɔːsprɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A spring or coiled metal device that provides a return force to a draw or a mechanism, typically used to return a draw or to store energy.

“The engineer carefully calibrated the drawspring to achieve the desired level of tension.”

Synonyms

  • coiled metal device
  • draw-return mechanism
  • spring

Antonyms

  • brake
  • dampener