oil-filler
Definition
Noun: A device or container used for pouring oil into a machine, engine, or mechanical system. It typically refers to the opening, cap, or tube through which oil is added.
Usage Examples
- (The cap that seals the opening where oil is added.)
- (The removable part or opening for pouring oil.)
Advanced Usage
- "oil-filler tube": the pipe or conduit through which oil is poured into an engine.
- The oil-filler tube was clogged with sludge. (The pipe for adding oil was blocked.)
- "oil-filler neck": the narrow part of the oil-filler opening.
- Insert the funnel into the oil-filler neck to avoid spills. (The narrow entry point for oil.)
Variants and Related Words
- Oil filler (n): alternative spelling without hyphen, meaning the same.
- The oil filler is located on the top of the engine block. (The place for adding oil.)
- Filler (n): a substance or device used to fill something; in context, the part that holds or directs oil.
- The filler cap must be tightened securely. (The cover for the filler opening.)
Synonyms
- Oil inlet: the opening through which oil enters.
- The oil inlet is near the valve cover. (The entry point for oil.)
- Oil port: an access point for adding oil.
- The oil port has a screw-on cap. (The opening for oil.)
Related Idioms
- "Fill 'er up": informal phrase meaning to add fuel or oil to a vehicle or machine.
- The mechanic said, "Fill 'er up with oil." (Add oil completely.)
- "Top off the oil": to add oil until the level is full.
- You should top off the oil before a long trip. (Add oil to reach the maximum level.)