used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
acceleratornounUS /ækˈseləreɪtər/
a pedal that controls the throttle valve
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
advantageousadjectiveUS /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/
giving an advantage
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
for the reason that
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
BRAKESnounUS /breɪks/
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
changesnounUS /ˈtʃeɪndʒəz/
plural of “change” — an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
COLUMNnounUS /ˈkɑːləm/
a line of units following one after another
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
power to direct or determine
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
controllingadjectiveUS /kənˈtroʊlɪŋ/
able to control or determine policy
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
convenientadjectiveUS /kənˈviːnjənt/
suited to your comfort or purpose or needs
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
command with authority
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
downwardadjectiveUS /ˈdaʊnwərd/
extending or moving from a higher to a lower place
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
elementnounUS /ˈeləmənt/
an abstract part of something
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
fuelverbUS /ˈfjuːəl/
provide with a combustible substance that provides energy
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
functionsnounUS /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/
plural of “function” — (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
GEARnounUS /ɡɪr/
a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
of great significance or value
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
levernounUS /ˈlevər/
a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/
plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
mechanicaladjectiveUS /məˈkænɪkəl/
using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
mechanismnounUS /ˈmekənɪzəm/
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
used to form the superlative
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
motornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
in motion
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
absolutely essential
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
opensnounUS /ˈoʊpənz/
plural of “open” — a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
pressurenounUS /ˈpreʃər/
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
regulatingnounUS /ˈreɡjəleɪtɪŋ/
the act of controlling or directing according to rule
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
returnsnounUS /rɪˈtɜːrnz/
plural of “return” — document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
sparkingverbUS /ˈspɑːrkɪŋ/
-ing form of “spark” — put in motion or move to act
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
the season of growth
From this reading THROTTLE MOVEMENT.--A downward pressure of the foot opens the throttle, and a spring returns it to its normal position.
STEERINGnounUS /ˈstɪrɪŋ/
the act of guiding or showing the way
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
throttleverbUS /ˈθrɑːtəl/
place limits on (extent or amount or access)
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
being of use or service
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
precisely as stated
From this reading THE STEERING GEAR AND BRAKES THE STEERING COLUMN.--This is a very important mechanical element of the car.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Its direct useful functions are to carry or hold the mechanism for steering the machine, and for the motor control, controlling the air supply for the fuel, as well as for regulating the sparking mechanism.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
in or at the place that
From this reading This is advantageous, because in moving through crowded streets, where frequent and quick changes are necessary, the foot is the most convenient for controlling purposes.
in the company of; together with
From this reading MOTOR CONTROL.--Some machines are provided with a foot lever mechanism (accelerator) as well as the throttle lever on the steering wheel.
