pawl - use in sentences

Adjective modifier

  • top: When the slide started to move inwards, the top pawls were unable to carry the round into the feedblock.
  • extended: The extended pawl allows for quick and simple release of the ties.
  • bottom: Pull the belt until the first round is in front of the bottom pawls.

Modifies a noun

  • mechanism: The cassette body is available in either a steel or titanium and it uses a three pawl ratchet mechanism.

Noun used with modifier

  • parking: The parking pawl is a strong, positive stop within the transmission.

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