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Definition of crankhandle

crankhandle

/ˈkræŋkˌhændəl/
crank · han · dle
Plural:crankhandles
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crankhandle Lexical Profile

crankhandle Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A handle attached at a right angle to a shaft or axle, used to manually turn a mechanism, start an early engine, or operate a mechanical device.

Example

"The mechanic inserted the iron crankhandle into the front of the vintage automobile and turned it briskly to start the engine."

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• Nearby Words

cranium
crank
crankcase
crankhandle
crankily
crankiness
crankshaft

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crankhandle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crankhandle
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