minor diameter

noun

The innermost diameter of a cylindrical, circular, or helical feature, such as a screw thread, gear teeth, gun bore, etc.

Meanings

nounminor diameter (plural minor diameters)

plural minor diameters

  1. The innermost diameter of a cylindrical, circular, or helical feature, such as a screw thread, gear teeth, gun bore, etc.
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APA

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Chicago

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