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cylinder Synonyms

Another word for cylinder

Choosing another word for cylinder depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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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

• Nearby Words

cyclopedia
cyclura
cygnet
cylinder
cylindrical
cylindrically
cymbidium

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cylinder. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cylinder
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