What does 蝶番 in Japanese mean?

What is the meaning of the word 蝶番 in Japanese? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use 蝶番 in Japanese.

The word 蝶番 in Japanese means 継ぎ手 、 ジョイント, ドアのヒンジ、蝶番. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word 蝶番

継ぎ手 、 ジョイント

(object: hinge)

フレッドは機械のジョイントに油を差した。
Fred oiled the machine's joints.

ドアのヒンジ、蝶番

(joint in a door frame)

開閉のときにキーキー鳴るから、ドアのヒンジに油を注す必要があるよ。
It squeaks when you open and close it: you need to oil the door hinges.

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