Looking for the meaning of the word AIRLOCK in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of AIRLOCK with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Airlock
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɛːlɒk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a stoppage of the flow in a pump or pipe, caused by an air bubble.
Short Definition:stoppage of flow in pump or pipe
Definition:
a compartment with controlled pressure and parallel sets of doors, to permit movement between areas at different pressures.
Short Definition:compartment with controlled pressure and parallel sets of doors
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