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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 40% | 12 | Components found in boilers and steam systems that convert saturated steam into superheated steam | |
3 | 38% | 11 | Uses a valve system to control steam flow | |
Steam Engine Valve Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "POPPET" which means:
- noun
- • A mushroom-shaped valve that rises perpendicularly from its seat; commonly used in internal-combustion engines
An example sentence would be:
- • "She played with her poppet all afternoon."
- • "The little girl clutched her poppet tightly as she fell asleep."
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New York Times25 Nov 1983 | Across 15 | |
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