Library / English Dictionary

    ESCAPE COCK

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    A valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous levelplay

    Synonyms:

    escape; escape cock; escape valve; relief valve; safety valve

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("escape cock" is a kind of...):

    regulator (any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc.)

    valve (control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid)

    Credits


    © 1991-2023 The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin | Titi Tudorancea® is a Registered Trademark | Terms of use and privacy policy
    Contact