axle

noun

ax·le ˈak-səl

: a pin or shaft on or with which a wheel or pair of wheels revolves

b(1)

: a fixed bar or beam with bearings at its ends on which wheels (as of a cart) revolve

(2)

: the spindle of such a beam

archaic : axis

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The truck is the chassis that carries the wheels, axles and suspension. —

New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2025 Take a peek: The Magic Hitch option adds two electric motors on the trailer’s single axle, and the Flow is able to do complete tank turns in place as well as the usual back and forth to line up with your hauler of choice. —

William Roberson, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 Moving trucks, dual axles, trailers, haulers, stake-bed trucks and truckloads larger than 3/4 ton are not permitted. —

Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024 Rear axle carrier failure can cause a sudden loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash, Mercedes-Benz said in a NHTSA report. —

Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for axle