throttle valve
noun
a valve for throttling the working fluid of an engine, refrigerator, etc.
Origin of throttle valve
1First recorded in 1805–15
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How to use throttle valve in a sentence
Such a governor as has just been described is called a throttle valve governor.
Farm Engines and How to Run Them | James H. StephensonAn automatic cut-off governor is from 15 per cent to 20 per cent more effective than a throttle valve governor.
Farm Engines and How to Run Them | James H. StephensonBe careful not to open the throttle valve too quickly, or you may throw off the driving belt.
Farm Engines and How to Run Them | James H. StephensonThen slide the spur pinion into the gear and open the throttle valve wide.
Farm Engines and How to Run Them | James H. StephensonThis method involves a total loss of part of the head at the sluice or throttle valve.
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