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Escape valve
/ɪskˈeɪp
vælv/
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Escape valve
noun
1.
A valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level.
Synonyms:
escape
,
escape cock
,
relief valve
,
safety valve
.
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