pushrod

or push rod

[ poosh-rod ]

noun

, Automotive.

1. a rod in an overhead-valve engine that is part of the linkage used to open and close the valves.

pushrod

/ ˈpʊʃˌrɒd /

noun

1. a metal rod transmitting the reciprocating motion that operates the valves of an internal-combustion engine having the camshaft in the crankcase

Word History and Origins

Origin of pushrod¹

First recorded in 1905–10; push + rod

Example Sentences

The new car, for now, will continue to use internal combustion, pushrod V8 engines produced by each of the three manufacturers.

From Washington Times

The new car, for now, will continue to use internal combustion, pushrod V8 engines produced by each of the three manufacturers.

From Seattle Times

The new car, for now, will continue to use internal combustion, pushrod V8 engines produced by each of the three manufacturers.

From Washington Times

The new car, for now, will continue to use internal combustion, pushrod V8 engines produced by each of the three manufacturers.

From Seattle Times

The Stingray is powered by GM’s latest 6.2-liter pushrod V8.

From Fox News