Camshaft
Pronunciation: /ˈkæmˌʃæft/
Camshaft (noun)
- A metal shaft in an engine that turns and moves parts to open and close the engine’s valves.
- A rotating part with shaped lobes that controls when valve movement happens during each engine cycle.
Examples
- The camshaft controls the engine valve timing.
- A worn camshaft can reduce engine valve control.