랙과 맞물리는 작은 기어 또는 톱니가 달린 축.
A small gear or spindle that engages with a larger gear or a rack.
예문:
"The rack and pinion steering system allows for precise control of the vehicle."
"A worn pinion can cause the entire gear assembly to fail."
새의 날개 끝부분 또는 비행에 쓰이는 칼깃.
The outer part of a bird's wing, especially the flight feathers.
예문:
"The eagle spread its powerful pinions before taking flight from the cliff."
"Sunlight glistened off the iridescent pinions of the tropical bird."
양팔이나 양다리를 묶거나 잡아 움직이지 못하게 하다.
To tie or hold the arms or legs of someone so they cannot move.
예문:
"The guards managed to pinion the intruder's arms behind his back."
"She was pinioned to her seat by the restrictive safety harness."
날지 못하게 새의 날개 끝부분을 절단하다.
To cut off the outer part of a bird's wing to prevent it from flying.
예문:
"It is common practice in some sanctuaries to pinion captive waterfowl."
"The vet explained the procedure used to pinion the birds for their safety."