bushing Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an insulating liner in an opening through which conductors pass
  2. noun a cylindrical metal lining used to reduce friction
    cylindrical lining.
  3. verb provide with a bushing
    bush.

WordNet


Bush"ing noun
Etymology
See 4th Bush.
Definitions
  1. The operation of fitting bushes, or linings, into holes or places where wear is to be received, or friction diminished, as pivot holes, etc.
  2. (Mech.) A bush or lining; -- sometimes called thimble. See 4th Bush.

Webster 1913