A bottle jack is a type of hydraulic jack that is compact and cylindrical in shape, resembling a bottle. It is used to lift heavy loads, particularly vehicles. The design enables it to exert large amounts of force in a relatively small footprint, making it useful in tight spaces.
The term "bottle jack" is commonly used in contexts related to automotive repair, construction, and construction equipment. It tends to appear more in written contexts, such as manuals, product descriptions, and repair guides, but may also be used in conversation among professionals in these fields.
(Я использовал бутылочный домкрат, чтобы поднять машину, пока менял колесо.)
Car mechanics often prefer a bottle jack due to its compact size.
(Автослесари часто предпочитают бутылочный домкрат из-за его компактного размера.)
It's important to check that your bottle jack is in good condition before using it.
While "bottle jack" itself does not typically appear in idiomatic expressions, it is part of discussions related to various phrases and contexts in mechanical work. Here are a few expressions and their contexts:
Example: He's a jack of all trades, but when it comes to lifting heavy things, a bottle jack is what he uses.
"Up to jack"
Means to be in a position where assistance or support is required.
The term "bottle jack" likely derives its name from its resemblance to a bottle, both in shape and the way it functions. The word "jack" in this context comes from the Middle English term for a device used to lift, often associated with "jack" for lifting devices.