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nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/pɐˈtiʎɐ/pa·ti·lha
Definition
1A protruding piece, usually in the shape of a small rod or blade, used to fit, secure, or support another piece, common in mechanical components such as bicycle forks.
Usage examples
“The bicycle fork's dropout broke, preventing the front wheel from being secured.”
“Make sure the tab is properly aligned before tightening the screw.”
Common combinations
fork dropoutbicycle dropoutfixing tabtab