shock absorber
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐmuɾtɨsɨˈdoɾ/medium
a·mor·te·ce·dor
Definition
A mechanical device designed to absorb and damp shock impulses, typically in a vehicle's suspension.
The car's shock absorbers are worn out.
The mountain bike has a rear shock absorber for rough terrain.
Common collocations
car shock absorberhydraulic dampersuspension damper
Etymology
Derivado do verbo 'amortecer' + sufixo '-dor'.