DETENT Synonyms
There are 2 hypernyms of the word detent. (close relations)
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| click | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a short light metallic sound • a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu) • a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward • depression of a button on a computer mouse verb • move or strike with a noise • make a clicking or ticking sound • click repeatedly or uncontrollably • cause to make a snapping sound • produce a click • make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens • become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions | ||||||
| dog | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds • a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman • informal term for a man • someone who is morally reprehensible • a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll • a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward • metal supports for logs in a fireplace verb • go after with the intent to catch | ||||||
| pawl | nounn | |||||
noun • a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward | ||||||
