valve

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈvælv/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

A device that controls the flow of a gas or fluid through a pipe.

2 Definition

A device that admits fuel and air into the cylinder of an internal combustion engine, or one that allows combustion gases to exit.

3 Definition

One or more membranous partitions, flaps, or folds, which permit the passage of the contents of a vessel or cavity in one direction, but stop or control the flow in the opposite direction

Example Sentences
  • the ileocolic, mitral, and semilunar valves
4 Definition

One of the leaves of a folding-door, or a window-sash.

5 Definition

A vacuum tube.

6 Definition

One of the pieces into which certain fruits naturally separate when they dehisce.

7 Definition

A small portion of certain anthers, which opens like a trapdoor to allow the pollen to escape, such as in the barberry.

8 Definition

One of the pieces or divisions of bivalve or multivalve shells.

9 Definition

One of the two similar portions of the shell of a diatom.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To control (flow) by means of a valve.