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A spring fixed in the axle box of the trailing wheels of a locomotive engine, and so placed as to assist in deadening any shock which may occur.

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trailing spring

Source Word

trailing spring

Noun

A spring fixed in the axle box of the trailing wheels of a locomotive engine, and so placed as to assist in deadening any shock which may occur.

Japanese Meaning

蒸気機関車の後輪の軸箱に固定され、発生する衝撃を吸収するために配置されたバネ

The mechanic adjusted the trailing spring to ensure it would deaden shocks from the locomotive’s trailing wheels during operation.

整備士は、機関車の従輪の軸箱に固定されたばねを調整し、運転中の衝撃を和らげるようにした。

Sense（1）

A spring fixed in the axle box of the trailing wheels of a locomotive engine, and so placed as to assist in deadening any shock which may occur.

trailing springs

（ plural ）