snifting valve
snifting valve · snifting valves
A small valve opening into the atmosphere from the cylinder or condenser of a steam…A small valve opening into the atmosphere from the cylinder or condenser of a steam engine, to allow the escape of air when the piston makes a stroke.
Meaning
1 sensesA small valve opening into the atmosphere from the cylinder or condenser of a steam engine, to allow the escape of air when the piston makes a stroke.
Origin
From the noise of its action.From the noise of its action.
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Forms
plural: snifting valves| Singular | snifting valve |
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