pushrod

== English == === Etymology === From push +‎ rod. === Pronunciation === === Noun === pushrod (plural pushrods) (mechanical engineering) A rigid reciprocating rod that, by its movement, transmits force to actuate a mechanism. (automotive) A rod in a piston engine that actuates rocker arms above the cylinder head. (cycling) A rod in an internal gear hub that actuates the shifting mechanism. (aviation) A rod used in the transmission of flight control inputs to an aircraft's control surfaces. ==== Alternative forms ==== push rod ==== Translations ====