U-joint

A form of universal joint — A coupling that allows different parts of a machine not in line with each other some freedom of movement at the same time as transmitting rotary motion. Typical applications include driveshafts and socket wrenches.

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Meanings

nounU-joint (plural U-joints)

plural U-joints · alternative U joint

  1. abbreviationengineeringAbbreviation of universal joint.

Synonyms & antonyms

Also see
universal joint
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APA

U-joint. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/U-joint

MLA

“U-joint.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/U-joint. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “U-joint,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/U-joint.

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