transaxle

noun trans·ax·le \tran(t)s-ˈak-səl, tranz-\

Definition of TRANSAXLE

: a unit that consists of a combination of a transmission and an axle's differential gear used especially in front-wheel-drive automobiles

transmission + axle

First Known Use: 1958

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