English Expression · Intermediate
stub axle
An axle supporting only one wheel of a pair on opposite sides of a vehicle
Pronunciation: say stub axle
Meaning
An axle supporting only one wheel of a pair on opposite sides of a vehicle.
Example
The axles of the Talgo section are U-shaped and the ends form stub-axles on which the wheels revolve freely and independently.
The axles of the Talgo section are U-shaped and the ends form stub-axles on which the wheels revolve freely and independently.
Practice tips
- Practice stub axle out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.