Meaning of the word cog in English

What does cog mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cog

US /kɑːɡ/

UK /kɑːɡ/

a wheel or bar with a series of projections around its edge, which transfers motion by engaging with projections on another wheel or bar

Example:

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The broken cog prevented the machine from working.

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Each cog in the clockwork mechanism is essential.

Synonym:

gear tooth sprocket

a subordinate person in a large organization

Example:

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He felt like a small cog in a giant machine.

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Every cog in the company plays a role, no matter how small.

Synonym:

subordinate component element part

to engage a cog with another to transmit motion

Example:

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The engineer carefully cogged the gears together.

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The machine needs to be properly cogged for optimal performance.

Synonym:

mesh engage interlock

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