Akademik

1. noun /ˈvælv/

a) A device that controls the flow of a gas or fluid through a pipe.

b) A device that admits fuel and air into the cylinder of an internal combustion engine, or one that allows combustion gases to exit.

2. verb /ˈvælv/

To control (flow) by means of a valve. <!These translations are to be moved into the pages for the related terms listed above. Intake valve , Spanish: válvula de admisión Toggle valve , Spanish: válvula purgadora