Le palier
Example: Le palier supporte l'arbre dans la machine tournante.
Definition
"Le palier" refers to a bearing or support structure that holds and stabilizes a rotating shaft or axle within a machine, allowing smooth rotation and reducing friction between moving parts.
Etymology
The term "le palier" originates from Old French, where it originally meant a landing or resting place, derived from the Latin word 'pallium,' meaning a cloak or covering. Over time, it evolved in technology to describe a support or bearing that 'rests' or holds a shaft in place.
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"Le palier" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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