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tie-rod

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tie rod

–noun
1. an iron or steel rod serving as a structural tie, esp. one keeping the lower ends of a roof truss, arch, etc., from spreading.
2. Automotive. a rod that serves as part of the linkage in the steering system.

Origin:
1830–40
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