Contact Arm (Noun)
Meaning
Contact consisting of a conducting arm that rotates over a series of fixed contacts and comes to rest on an outlet.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The contact arm in the electrical outlet wore out quickly due to frequent use.
- The mechanic replaced the contact arm in the starter motor to get the engine running again.
- A faulty contact arm in the thermostat caused the heating system to malfunction.
- When the contact arm rotated to the next position, it made a distinct clicking sound.
- The engineer designed a new contact arm with an improved material to reduce wear and tear.