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Definition of camshaft

camshaft

/ˈkæm.ʃæft/
cam · shaft
Plural:camshafts
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camshaft Lexical Profile

camshaft Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A rotating shaft fitted with one or more cams, typically used in internal combustion engines to operate the intake and exhaust valves.

Example

"The mechanic determined that the engine misfire was caused by a worn lobe on the camshaft."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'cam' and 'shaft', originating in the mid-19th century as mechanical engineering and steam engine technology advanced.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Camshaft. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/camshaft
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