tube of force

Tube of force is a hollow cylinder that, by design and construction, accomplishes a specific action.

(noun)

  1. An example of a tube of force is the bronchial tubes that carry air from the lungs.
  2. An example of a tube of force is a rubber tube used to make a car tire.
  3. An example of a tube of force is the metal or plastic tube used to hold toothpaste.

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