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Il cuscinetto
"Il cuscinetto" literally means "little cushion", the same word as a small pillow. In mechanics it is the bearing that supports a rotating shaft, often "cuscinetto a sfere", a ball bearing.
Examples in context
Il cuscinetto riduce l'attrito dell'albero.
The bearing reduces friction on the shaft.
Bisogna sostituire il cuscinetto rotto.
The broken bearing must be replaced.
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