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nozzle

/nɒzəl/ noun · British & US
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What does nozzle mean?

noun

A tube or pipe, especially one that is narrow and tapering, through which a fluid flows, such as a jet of gas or liquid. A device that controls the flow of a fluid, such as a spray nozzle.

Example

"The engineer adjusted the nozzle to optimize the fuel flow."

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