1A collection of chains used for a specific purpose.
2A component of the drive mechanism of a bicycle consisting of one or more chain rings and two centrally mounted cranks to which the pedals are attached.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Motor World.
Definition of chainset in US English:
chainset
noun
1A collection of chains used for a specific purpose.
2A component of the drive mechanism of a bicycle consisting of one or more chain rings and two centrally mounted cranks to which the pedals are attached.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Motor World.