Piston

noun

/ˈpɪstən/

Word Frequency: 3.7

Definitions

1.nounA solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)

2.nounA valve device in some brass instruments for changing the pitch

3.verbTo move up and down like a piston.

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