shaft
//ʃæft//
Noun
shaftSingular
shaftsPlural
1
A long, narrow pole or rod, especially one forming the handle of a tool or weapon.
The shaft of the hammer was made of solid oak.
2
A ray or beam of light.
A shaft of sunlight came through the window.
3
A vertical passage or opening in a building or mine, used for access or ventilation.
The elevator shaft runs through the center of the building.
4
A rotating rod that transmits power or motion in a machine.
The drive shaft transmits power from the engine to the wheels.
5
The long stem of an arrow or spear.
The archer examined the shaft of the arrow before shooting.
Verb
shaftInfinitive
shaftsPresent tense
shaftedPast tense
shaftedPast participle
shaftingPresent participle
shaftsThird-person singular
1
To treat someone unfairly or harshly; to cheat or swindle.
The company shafted its employees by cutting their benefits without warning.