esclusa

Definitions of esclusa
  1. noun
    a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun
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    type of:
    mecanismo
    device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
  2. noun
    conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate
    synonyms: boquera, compuerta, sangradera
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    type of:
    colector
    a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass
  3. noun
    regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice
    synonyms: compuerta, tapa
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    type of:
    regulador
    any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc.
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