cam
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- IPA [kĂŚm]
Noun
cam noun
- A turning or sliding piece which imparts motion to a rod, lever or block brought into sliding or rolling contact with it.
- A curved wedge, movable about an axis, used for forcing or clamping two pieces together.
- A ridge or mound of earth.
- A camming device, a spring-loaded device for effecting a temporary belay in a rock crevice.
cam noun
- Camera.
Verb
cam verb
- To go on webcam with someone.
Adverb
cam adverb
- Alternative form of kam
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