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noun
A condition that arises when a device which compresses gases seizes up because of the infiltration of liquid, which prevents further compression.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: engineering, mechanical, mechanical-engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences
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noun
A lock for raising and lowering boats on a canal or waterway that operates by using pressurized water to flood or drain the level inside the lock.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
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noun
A locking mechanism that uses hydrostatic pressure in order to achieve a seal.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
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verb
To seize up because liquid has infiltrated a mechanism for compressing gasses.
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verb
To form a seal by employing a mechanism that uses hydrostatic pressure.
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