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chassis

chas.sis \'shas-e-, 'chas-\ \-e-z\ n or chas.sis [F cha^ssis, fr. (assumed) 
   VL capsicum, fr. L capsa box -] pl more at CASE 1: the frame upon which is 
   mounted the body (as of an automobile or airplan e), the working parts (as 
   of a radio), the barrel and other recoiling parts (of a cannon), or the 
   roof, walls, floors, and facing (as of a building) 2: the frame and working 
   parts as opposed to the body (as of an automobile)  or cabinet (as of a 
   radio or television set)