Carburetter: meaning, definitions and examples
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carburetter
[ ˈkɑːb.jʊˌrɛt.ər ]
automotive part
A carburetter, also known as a carburetor, is a device in internal combustion engines that blends air with a fine spray of liquid fuel. It regulates the mixture of air and fuel that enters the engine, essential for proper combustion and engine performance.
Synonyms
carburetor, fuel mixer, mixture control.
Examples of usage
- The mechanic replaced the old carburetter with a more efficient model.
- Tuning the carburetter can improve engine efficiency.
- Older vehicles typically use carburettors instead of fuel injection.
- The carburetter needs to be cleaned regularly to prevent clogging.
Translations
Translations of the word "carburetter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 carburador
🇮🇳 कार्बोरेटर
🇩🇪 Vergaser
🇮🇩 karburator
🇺🇦 карбюратор
🇵🇱 gaźnik
🇯🇵 キャブレター
🇫🇷 carburateur
🇪🇸 carburador
🇹🇷 karbüratör
🇰🇷 카뷰레터
🇸🇦 الكاربوراتور
🇨🇿 karburátor
🇸🇰 karburátor
🇨🇳 化油器
🇸🇮 karburator
🇮🇸 blöndunartæki
🇰🇿 карбюратор
🇬🇪 კარბურატორი
🇦🇿 karbüratör
🇲🇽 carburador
Etymology
The term 'carburetter' derives from the French word 'carburateur', which itself comes from 'carbure', meaning 'to carburet', or to mix with carbon. The concept of carburation dates back to the early 19th century when inventors were trying to create devices that could mix fuel and air for combustion engines. It gained popularity in the early automotive industry as a means to optimize engine function. Over time, advancements in technology led to innovations in carburetter design, resulting in more efficient and effective fuel delivery systems. Despite the emergence of fuel injection systems in modern vehicles, carburettors are still used in many older cars, motorcycles, and small engines, showcasing their historical significance in automotive engineering.