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carburettor

/kɑːrbjuːˈtɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does carburettor mean?

noun

A device in an internal combustion engine that mixes air with fuel before it enters the engine's cylinders, typically consisting of a float chamber, a venturi, and a jet.

Example

"The mechanic adjusted the carburettor to improve the engine's performance."

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