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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A type of bicycle hub incorporating a ratcheting mechanism, with a cassette, or set of sprockets, mounted onto a splined shaft of the hub to engage the chain.

   "In many high-end and midrange bicycles, freehubs have replaced freewheel systems."

Example

More examples

"In many high-end and midrange bicycles, freehubs have replaced freewheel systems."

Etymology

From free + hub, genericized trademark.

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