valves

[US]/[vɑːlvs]/
[UK]/[vælvz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A device by which liquids or gases can be controlled by opening or closing a passage.; A component in a system that controls the flow of a fluid or gas.; The heart valves.
v.To control or regulate by means of valves.; To open or close valves.

Phrases & Collocations

check valves

adjust valves

open valves

close valves

valve failure

control valves

damaged valves

valve stem

valve seat

regulating valves

Example Sentences

the car's valves need adjusting for optimal performance.

he tightened the valves on the air compressor.

the pressure relief valves prevented damage to the system.

we replaced the faulty valves in the pipeline.

the engine's intake valves controlled the air flow.

check the valves regularly to ensure they are sealing properly.

the valves opened and closed with a hissing sound.

the technician inspected the valves for wear and tear.

the solenoid valves controlled the fluid flow precisely.

the safety valves automatically released the excess pressure.

the manufacturer recommended specific valves for the application.

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