throttle-valve
Definition
Noun: - throttle-valve: A valve that regulates the flow of a fluid, such as fuel or air, in an engine or system, typically by opening or closing to control speed or power output.
Usage Examples
- (The valve controlling fuel flow was calibrated.)
- (The valve acts as a gate for airflow.)
- (The valve's function is critical for smooth operation.)
Advanced Usage
"to open the throttle-valve fully": to allow maximum fluid flow, often for maximum power.
- The pilot opened the throttle-valve fully to achieve takeoff speed. (The valve was set to its widest opening.)
"throttle-valve position sensor": a device that monitors the angle of the valve for electronic control.
- The car's computer uses the throttle-valve position sensor to adjust fuel injection. (The sensor provides data for engine management.)
Variants and Related Words
Throttle (n): a device that controls the flow of fuel or power; often used interchangeably with throttle-valve.
- He pressed the throttle to accelerate. (The lever or pedal controlling the valve.)
Butterfly valve (n): a type of throttle-valve with a disc that rotates to regulate flow.
- The engine uses a butterfly valve as its throttle-valve. (A specific design of the valve.)
Synonyms
- Flow control valve: a general term for any valve that regulates fluid flow.
- Throttle: a shortened form, especially in automotive contexts.
Related Idioms
At full throttle: operating at maximum speed or power.
- The race car was at full throttle on the straightaway. (The throttle-valve was fully open.)
Throttle back: to reduce speed or power by adjusting the throttle-valve.
- The driver throttled back to save fuel. (The valve was partially closed.)