What is the meaning of cog?

noun

  • A subordinate who performs an important but routine function.
    • usage: "he was a small cog in a large machine"
  • Tooth on the rim of gear wheel.

verb

  • Roll steel ingots.
  • Join pieces of wood with cogs. .
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