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Definitions of valve

noun
control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid

synonyms: clapet

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types:
obturateur, régulateur
a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine

soupape de sûreté
a valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level

type of:
contrôle, contrôleur
a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine

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