saksivirroitin — meaning in English
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English meaning
- pantograph noun A mechanical linkage of parallelogram-shaped bars that lets two points move in parallel, often used to copy a drawing at a different scale.
Senses
saksivirroitin is used for these senses in English:
- pantograph (rail transport) A similarly-formed conductive device, now usually Z-shaped, that collects electric current from overhead lines for trains and trams.
pantograph — full definition
- noun A mechanical linkage of parallelogram-shaped bars that lets two points move in parallel, often used to copy a drawing at a different scale.
- noun A framework of crossed bars that can stretch out and fold up like an accordion, as in a scissor lift.
- noun A device, usually shaped like a Z, mounted on top of a train or tram that collects electric current from overhead wires.
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