desmodromic

English

Etymology

Ancient Greek δεσμός (desmós, “band, connection”) + δρόμος (drómos, “a course, race course, road”).

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˌdɛzməˈdɹəʊmɪk/

Adjective

desmodromic (not comparable)

1. (of a mechanical device) Having different controls for its actuation in different directions, especially of an engine valve that is positively closed by a cam and leverage system rather than springs.