Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Valve.
How to pronounce valve:
UK
Valve - as a noun
A structure in a hollow organ (like the heart) with a flap to insure one-way flow of fluid through it
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
anatomical structurebodily structurebody structurecomplex body partstructureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Device in a brass wind instrument for varying the length of the air column to alter the pitch of a tone
Control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
controlcontrollerHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The entire one-piece shell of a snail and certain other molluscs
One of the paired hinged shells of certain molluscs and of brachiopods
Valve - as a verb
To control (flow) by means of a valve.
Example Sentences
"I need to replace the valve on my bicycle tire."
"The plumber fixed the leaky valve in the bathroom."
"The heart has four valves that control the blood flow."
"He released the valve to let the steam escape."
"The air valve on the tire was slightly open, causing a decrease in pressure."
Word Game Points
Is VALVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, valve is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VALVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is VALVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, valve is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVALVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is VALVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, valve is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVALVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
