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needle valve Definition

needle valve

noun

a thin, tapered valve that is usually precisely set to control the flow of fluid through a cone-shaped opening: used esp. in carburetors

needle valve Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • hydraulic: The recirculation system had to be modified to prevent pigmentation being carried over by adding a hydraulic needle valve.

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