hypoid

/ˈhaɪpaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gear used in a hypoid gear set, typically consisting of a gear with teeth that are curved or sloped to mesh with a matching gear on the opposite side of the set.

“The engineer carefully examined the hypoid in the gear system to ensure it was functioning properly.”

Synonyms

  • curved gear
  • hypoid gear

Antonyms

  • bevel gear