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squirrel cage

squir·rel cage (plural squir·rel cag·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. rotating framework for animal: a cage containing a cylindrical wheel that goes around when a small pet rodent runs inside it

2. dull task: a dull repetitive, seemingly purposeless task

3. mechanical engineering winding in induction motors: a rotor of an induction motor consisting of copper bars mounted in slots around the periphery

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