1) metallic tube or lining. without moving parts. to reduce friction between mechanical parts such as a pulley sheave and an axle; also the nonrotating sheave used to increase the bend radius for the sling attachment (contrast with bearing). 2) a device. often made of rubber or plastic. to reduce vibration or wear between mechanical parts. 3) a fitting used to connect plumbing parts of different diameters (such as in spray equipment).
Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
bushing (noun)1.
a usually removable cylindrical lining for an opening (as of a mechanical part) used to limit the size of the opening, resist abrasion, or serve as a guide
2.
an electrically insulating lining for a hole to protect a through conductor
bushing (Wikipedia)
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Bushing may refer to:
- Bushing (bearing), a type of plain bearing
- Bushing (electrical), an insulated device that allows a conductor to pass through a grounded conducting barrier
- Bushing (isolator), a mechanical device used to reduce vibrations
- Threaded bushing, a metal sleeve with screw threads
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