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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shafts

/ʃɑːfts/ noun · British & US
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What does shafts mean?

noun

A long, thin piece of wood, metal, or other material, typically tapering to a point, used for driving or thrusting, or a narrow passage or channel, especially one through a mountain or a building.

Example

"The carpenter used a long shaft to drive the wedge into place."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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