valve

🇺🇸 /vælv/ 🇬🇧 /vælv/
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noun
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A part that controls the flow of liquid or gas in one direction.

The valve on the water pipe controls how much water comes out.

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A part in the heart or veins that lets blood flow in one direction.

The heart valve helps blood flow in the right direction.

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A part in brass instruments that changes the note played.

Pressing the valve on the trumpet changes the sound.

translation

n. A part that controls the flow of liquid or gas in one direction.; A part in the heart or veins that lets blood flow in one direction.; A part in brass instruments that changes the note played.

Word Forms

Plural valves