Meaning of the word piston in English
What does piston mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
piston
US /ˈpɪs.tən/
UK /ˈpɪs.tən/
Noun
a disk or short cylinder fitting closely within a tube in which it moves up and down, as in a steam engine or internal combustion engine, to convert pressure into linear motion or vice versa
Example:
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The engine's pistons move rapidly up and down, driving the crankshaft.
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A faulty piston can cause significant damage to an engine.