Der Zylinder
Example: Der Zylinder im Motor muss regelmäßig gewartet werden.
Definition
"Der Zylinder" in technology refers to a cylindrical component commonly found in engines, where it houses the piston and facilitates combustion or compression. It plays a crucial role in the engine's operation, converting fuel into mechanical energy through controlled explosions.
Etymology
The word "der Zylinder" comes from the Latin term 'cylindrus,' which itself was derived from the Greek 'kylindros,' meaning 'roller' or 'roller-shaped object.' Did you know? The shape inspired the name due to its round, tube-like form, essential for various mechanical functions.
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"Der Zylinder" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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