carburet
IPA: kˈɑrbɝeɪ
noun
- (chemistry, obsolete) A carbide.
verb
- (transitive, chemical, obsolete) To react with carbon.
- (transitive, obsolete) To enrich an illuminating gas with carbon-rich fuel.
- (transitive) To mix air with hydrocarbons, especially with petroleum, as in an internal combustion engine.
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Examples of "carburet" in Sentences
- The mechanic adjusted the carburet on the vintage motorcycle to improve its performance
- The carburet on the lawnmower needed to be cleaned in order to start properly
- My uncle insists on using a carburet instead of fuel injection in his classic car
- The carburet in the boat engine needed to be replaced due to wear and tear
- The carburet in the snow blower was clogged with debris, causing it to malfunction
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