Rod through two wheels (4)

I believe the answer is:

axle

(Other definitions for axle that I've seen before include "Rod making wheels turn" , "Metal pin on which wheel revolves" , "I take the wheel" , "Pin on which a wheel turns" , "Shaft with wheels attached" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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