slide valves

A form of slide valve — A valve in a steam engine, designed to slide back and forth to cover and uncover the openings through which steam enters the cylinder.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of slide valve
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APA

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MLA

“slide valves.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/slide%20valves. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “slide valves,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/slide%20valves.

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