Detent and Snap

Detent

Detent noun - A hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward.
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Synonyms for Detent

Snap and detent are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Snap" instead a noun "Detent".

Nearby Words: detention, detente

Snap

Snap noun - A loud explosive sound.

Detent and snap are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Detent" with "Snap", this nouns are similar.

Nearby Words: snappy, snapped, snapper, snapping

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