a reciprocating rod connecting two or more moving parts of a machine, as the crankshaft and a piston of an automobile
connecting rod
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connecting rod
noun
A rod that transmits motion or power from one moving part to another, especially the rod connecting the crankshaft of a motor vehicle to a piston. Also called pitman .
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