flywheel
Translation
flywheel
Examples
The engine's flywheel stores rotational energy.
The engine's flywheel stores rotational energy.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((flywheel)) used as a countable noun The flywheel needs to be replaced.
Similar Words
Synonyms: balance wheel, inertial wheel
Etymology
A compound word from 'fly' + 'wheel'. A wheel that seems to 'fly' due to its speed, storing momentum.
Memory Tips
Think of a heavy 'wheel' that keeps spinning ('flying') once you get it started.