Sliding rod in an engine (6 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Sliding rod in an engine (6 letter answer)

The Answer

TAPPET

Tags

activated brother cam clack click engine lever machine mover rod sliding steam tappet valve

Notes

The answer TAPPET is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.

Related Clues

Engine lever
Machine rod
Valve mover
Cam-activated lever
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Lever in a steam engine

Definition

TAPPET as a noun:

1. a lever that is moved in order to tap something else