Definition of Dead-strake

Definition of Dead-strake

Dead"-stroke` (?), a. (Mech.) Making a stroke without recoil; deadbeat.

Dead-stroke hammer(Mach.), a power hammer having a spring interposed between the driving mechanism and the hammer head, or helve, to lessen the recoil of the hammer and reduce the shock upon the mechanism.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

You arrived at this page by searching for Dead-strake
The correct Spelling of this word is: Dead-stroke

Thank you for visiting FreeFactFinder. On our home page you will find extensive articles covering a wide range of topics.

Home | A to Z | About | Contact Us | Related Links