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Coupler

One who couples; that which couples, as a link, ring, or shackle, to connect cars.

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Clevis 76% connected

A piece of metal bent in the form of an oxbow, with the two ends perforated to receive a pin, used on the end of the tongue of a plow, wagen, etc., t…

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Clutch 76% connected

A gripe or clinching with, or as with, the fingers or claws; seizure; grasp.

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Swivel 76% connected

A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.

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Universal 76% connected

Of or pertaining to the universe; extending to, including, or affecting, the whole number, quantity, or space; unlimited; general; all-reaching; all-…

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Couple 74% connected

That which joins or links two things together; a bond or tie; a coupler.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Couple 74% connected

That which joins or links two things together; a bond or tie; a coupler.

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Coupling 92% connected

of Couple

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