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carburetor

/ˈkɑɹb(j)əˌɹeɪtɚ/

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What does carburetor mean?

noun

  1. A device in an internal combustion engine where fuel is vaporized and mixed with air prior to ignition.
  2. (slang) A water pipe or bong; a device or contrivance for mixing air with burning cannabis or cocaine.
More meanings (1)

noun

  1. (obsolete) A device for enhancing illuminating gas by mixing in carbon-rich fuel.
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IPA pronunciation

/ˈkɑɹb(j)əˌɹeɪtɚ/

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