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Industrial Machines – English vocabulary

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49 English words with meanings: crane, conveyor, pump, motor, generator… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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  1. crane /kreɪn/ (noun) — a machine that lifts heavy things
    Example: The crane lifted the heavy steel beam.
    Synonyms: hoist, lift
  2. conveyor /kən'veɪər/ (noun) — a moving belt that carries things
    Example: The conveyor moves materials to the next station.
    Synonyms: belt, transporter
  3. pump /pʌmp/ (noun) — a machine that moves liquid or gas
    Example: The pump circulates water through the system.
    Synonyms: compressor, dispenser
  4. motor /'moʊtər/ (noun) — a machine that makes things move
    Example: The electric motor powers the conveyor belt.
    Synonyms: engine, machine
  5. generator /'dʒɛnə,reɪtər/ (noun) — a machine that makes electricity
    Example: The generator provides backup electricity.
    Synonyms: alternator, dynamo
  6. compressor /kəm'prɛsər/ (noun) — a machine that squeezes air
    Example: The compressor increases the air pressure.
    Synonyms: pump, pressurizer
  7. gear /ɡɪər/ (noun) — a toothed wheel that moves parts
    Example: The gear transfers motion to the shaft.
    Synonyms: cog, wheel
  8. shaft /ʃæft/ (noun) — a long rod that turns
    Example: The shaft rotates inside the bearing.
    Synonyms: axis, rod
  9. bearing /'bɛərɪŋ/ (noun) — a part that lets things turn smoothly
    Example: The bearing reduces friction in the machine.
    Synonyms: support, pivot
  10. valve /vælv/ (noun) — a part that opens or closes flow
    Example: Open the valve to release the pressure.
    Synonyms: stopper, control
  11. pipe /paɪp/ (noun) — a tube that carries liquid or gas
    Example: The pipe carries oil from the tank.
    Synonyms: tube, duct
  12. boiler /'bɔɪlər/ (noun) — a machine that heats water to make steam
    Example: The boiler heats water to produce steam.
    Synonyms: steam generator, heater
  13. hydraulic /haɪ'drɔ:lɪk/ (adj) — power using liquid pressure
    Example: The hydraulic system controls the lift.
    Synonyms: fluid-powered, pressurized
  14. pneumatic /nu:'mætɪk/ (adj) — power using air pressure
    Example: Pneumatic tools use compressed air to work.
    Synonyms: air-powered, pressurized
  15. welding /'wɛldɪŋ/ (noun) — joining metal by melting it
    Example: Welding connects two metal parts together.
    Synonyms: joining, fusion
  16. grinder /'ɡraɪndər/ (noun) — a machine that grinds or smooths metal
    Example: Use the grinder to smooth the surface.
    Synonyms: sander, polisher
  17. lathe /leɪð/ (noun) — a machine that shapes spinning metal
    Example: The lathe shapes the metal rod precisely.
    Synonyms: turning machine, rotary tool
  18. drill /drɪl/ (noun) — a machine that makes holes
    Example: The drill makes holes in the steel plate.
    Synonyms: borer, perforator
  19. screw /skru:/ (noun) — a metal fastener with threads
    Example: Tighten the screw to secure the part.
    Synonyms: bolt, fastener
  20. nut /nʌt/ (noun) — a metal fastener that screws onto a bolt
    Example: The nut fits on the end of the bolt.
    Synonyms: fastener, cap
  21. washer /'wɒʃər/ (noun) — a flat ring that spreads pressure
    Example: Place a washer under the bolt head.
    Synonyms: spacer, gasket
  22. chain /tʃeɪn/ (noun) — linked metal rings for lifting or moving
    Example: The chain drives the conveyor mechanism.
    Synonyms: link, series
  23. belt /bɛlt/ (noun) — a flexible loop that moves power
    Example: The belt transmits power between pulleys.
    Synonyms: strap, band
  24. pulley /'pʊli/ (noun) — a wheel with a rope to lift things
    Example: The pulley helps lift the heavy load.
    Synonyms: wheel, roller
  25. bearing housing (noun) — the case that holds a bearing
    Example: Replace the bearing housing during maintenance.
  26. loader /'loʊdər/ (noun) — a machine that scoops and lifts material
    Example: The loader moves earth to the dump truck.
    Synonyms: excavator, dozer
  27. excavator /'ɛkskə,veɪtər/ (noun) — a machine that digs the ground
    Example: The excavator digs holes for the foundation.
    Synonyms: digger, machine
  28. bulldozer /'bʊl,doʊzər/ (noun) — a machine that pushes earth
    Example: The bulldozer clears the construction site.
    Synonyms: grader, earth mover
  29. forklift /'fɔrklɪft/ (noun) — a vehicle that lifts pallets
    Example: The forklift moves pallets in the warehouse.
    Synonyms: lift truck, stacker
  30. hoist /hɔɪst/ (noun) — a machine that lifts loads with a rope
    Example: The hoist raises the container.
    Synonyms: lift, crane

…and 19 more words in this set.

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