bushing

noun

bush·​ing ˈbu̇-shiŋ 

1

: a usually removable cylindrical lining for an opening (as of a mechanical part) used to limit the size of the opening, resist abrasion, or serve as a guide

2

: an electrically insulating lining for a hole to protect a through conductor

Examples of bushing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are no plastic parts, just aluminum with stainless steel bushings. —Martin Cizmar, Wired News, 9 Dec. 2025

The potential engine failure is caused by the seizure of the #5 metal crankshaft bushing, according to the recall report. —James Powel, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025

There’s minimal noise or vibration in the power unit to cause issues, bushings are double-bonded and require no maintenance, and most of the mechanical components are equivalent in durability to other Outlander models. —New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2025

The Polarizer keeps that old-school style but uses modern wheels, bearings and bushings. —Point Loma-Ob Monthly, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

bush entry 4 + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bushing

• pushing

Kids Definition

bushing

noun

bush·​ing ˈbu̇sh-iŋ 

1

: a usually removable cylindrical lining in an opening of a mechanical part to limit the size of the opening, resist wear, or serve as a guide

2

: an electrically insulating lining for a hole to protect a conductor going through the hole