troch

/troʊk/

Definitions

1. noun

A toothed wheel or cogwheel, especially one in the mechanism of a watch or clock.

“The antique clock’s intricate mechanism included a delicate troch that rotated to display the time.”

2. noun

In anatomy, a small toothed wheel, especially one in the mechanism of the ear or the inner ear.

“The doctor examined the patient’s ear, noting the presence of a small troch in the inner ear.”

3. noun

A short, narrow piece of bread, especially one cut from a loaf to be served with a meal.

“The appetizer consisted of a plate of assorted breads, including small, crusty trochs.”

Synonyms

  • cog
  • wheel

Antonyms

  • gear