overhead valve

o·ver·head valve

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [adverb oh-ver-hed valv]
- /adverb ˈoʊ vərˈhɛd vælv/
- /ˈəʊ.və.hed vælv/

Definitions of overhead valve words

noun overhead valve a valve in a type of internal-combustion engine in which the inlet and exhaust valves are in the cylinder head above the pistons 0
noun overhead valve An overhead valve is a valve in the cylinder head of an engine. 0
noun overhead valve (automotive) A type of internal combustion engine design which has the inlet and exhaust valves in the cylinder head (and therefore above the piston). The camshaft can be beside the pistons (with pushrods and rockers operating the valves) or above the valves, with the latter usually referred to as overhead cam. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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