Definition of detent Detent
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We found 5 definitions of detent from 4 different sources.
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What does detent mean?
WordNet
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| detent - a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward | ||
| pawl, click, dog | ||
| catch, stop the act of catching an object with the hands; "Mays made the catch with his back to the plate"; "he made a grab for the ball before it landed"; "Martin's snatch at the bridle failed and the horse raced away"; "the infielder's snap and throw was a single motion" | ||
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Wiktionary 
- detent (Noun)
That which locks or unlocks a movement; a catch, pawl, or dog; especially, in clockwork, the catch which locks and unlocks the wheelwork in striking. - detent (Verb)
The action of creating a detent mechanism to lock or unlock movement.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- detent (n.)
That which locks or unlocks a movement; a catch, pawl, or dog; especially, in clockwork, the catch which locks and unlocks the wheelwork in striking.
Part of speech
🔤- detent, noun, singular of detents.
