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Crank
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klika, kliková hřídel
a device that allows movement between mechanical parts of a machine or converts backward and forward motion into circular movement
Příklady
The engineer used a crank to manually adjust the height of the lifting mechanism.
Inženýr použil kliku k ručnímu nastavení výšky zvedacího mechanismu.
The crank mechanism in the machine allowed for precise control of the rotational speed.
Mechanismus kliky v stroji umožňoval přesnou kontrolu rychlosti otáčení.
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an unconventional person
Příklady
He 's a charming crank with unusual hobbies.
The inventor was a crank who loved peculiar experiments.
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metamfetamin, crank
methamphetamine, typically in powdered or crystalline form, often used recreationally
SlangPříklady
He bought some crank from a dealer downtown.
Koupil nějaký crank od dealera v centru města.
Some people snort crank to stay awake and alert.
Někteří lidé šňupou crank, aby zůstali bdělí a ostražití.
04
a person who is easily irritated or bad-tempered
Příklady
Do n't mind him; he 's always been a crank.
The crank complained about every minor inconvenience.
to crank
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to rotate, turn, or operate using a crank handle
Příklady
He cranked the winch to raise the sail.
She cranked the old car engine to start it.
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to bend, twist, or shape something into the form of a crank
Příklady
The metal rod was cranked to fit the machine.
Blacksmiths cranked the iron bars for the mechanism.
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to fasten or secure using a crank mechanism
Příklady
The gate was cranked closed during the storm.
They cranked the winch to tighten the cable.
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to start an engine or device by turning a crank
Příklady
He cranked the motorbike to start the engine.
The old generator had to be cranked manually.
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to travel, move, or progress along a zigzag or winding path
Příklady
The river cranked through the valley.
The road cranked through the hills.
crank
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(of a boat) tending to heel, tip, or lean over easily under sail
Příklady
The small dinghy is crank and needs careful handling in strong winds.
Crank boats are more likely to capsize if not balanced properly.
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