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Meaning of valve
A device that controls the flow of fluids, such as liquids or gases, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing one or more passageways.
Etymology of valve
The word "valve" comes from the Latin "valva", meaning "folding door" or "leaf of a door", which is derived from "valere", meaning "to be strong" or "to be valid"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe various types of devices that control the flow of fluids
Synonyms
Definitions
- A device for controlling the flow of a fluid, typically by opening, closing, or partially obstructing one or more passageways
- A structure in a human or animal body that controls the flow of a fluid, such as blood or digestive fluids
- A device that controls the flow of air or other gases in a musical instrument, such as a brass instrument
Usage Examples
- The valve on the pipe was leaking, causing water to spill out onto the floor
- The doctor explained that the valve in her heart was not functioning properly
- The musician adjusted the valve on his trumpet to change the pitch of the sound
Antonyms
obstruction
blockage
barrier
impediment
hindrance
stop
block
seal
plug
closure
occlusion
constriction
restriction
limitation
impediment
barrier
dam
dike
levee
wall
fence
gate
door