Carburetor (Noun)
Meaning
Mixes air with gasoline vapor prior to explosion.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carburetor mixes air with gasoline vapor prior to explosion in an internal combustion engine.
- Most carburetors use a venturi to create a region of low air pressure, drawing in gasoline vapor.
- The mechanic replaced the dirty carburetor with a new one, ensuring the right mix of air and gasoline vapor.
- In older cars, the carburetor is responsible for mixing air with gasoline vapor before it reaches the combustion chamber.
- The engine's carburetor is designed to provide the perfect mix of air and gasoline vapor for efficient combustion.