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cylinder Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A solid geometric figure with straight parallel sides and a circular or oval cross-section.
Usage Example
"The math teacher explained how to calculate the volume of a tube by multiplying the area of its base by its height."
Strong
tube
Weak
column
barrel
• noun (Context 2)
A chamber within which a piston moves, typically found in a steam or internal combustion engine.
Usage Example
"The mechanic determined that the car's rough idling was caused by a misfiring chamber."
Strongest
chamber
• noun (Context 3)
A strong, cylindrical container used for storing liquefied gas or other substances under high pressure.
Usage Example
"The scuba diver secured a heavy oxygen tank to her back before entering the water."
Strongest
tank
canister
Strong
container
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cylinder. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cylinder