Noun
The shaft which transmits the rotary motion from an engine to a propeller, as on a ship or aircraft.
(automotive) the shaft which connects the gearbox to the differential on the axle of a rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive vehicle.
Synonym: propshaft
Bridgman 1998, p. 281. * Merlin III (RM 1S) : Merlin III fitted with "universal" propeller shaft able to mount either de Havilland or Rotol propellers. Source: Internet
Four German sailors were found in Nicosian s engine room and propeller shaft tunnel, and were killed. Source: Internet
Motive power came from the tank's own tracks which were connected by rods to a propeller shaft running through each float. Source: Internet