detent

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  • Noun:
    a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

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Example

1. 500k Guitar bass center detent blender pot fits gibson .
2. Press detent on plug and pull off .
3. General detent . Engaged or disengaged can be specified .
4. Currently , a value of120is the standard for one detent .
5. Smooth action with a nice detent .

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