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Universal joint noun - Coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions.

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Universal is a synonym for universal joint. In some cases you can use "Universal" instead a noun phrase "Universal joint".

Universal noun - Coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions.

Usage example: in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps

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Universal joint is a synonym for universal. You can use "Universal joint" instead a noun "Universal".

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