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piston

/ˈpɪstən/ noun · British & US
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What does piston mean?

noun

A moving part in an engine or machine that slides up and down in a cylinder, driven by the explosive force of a gas or vapor. A device that converts the pressure of a gas or vapor into mechanical motion.

Example

"The piston in the car engine was damaged and needed to be replaced."

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