Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Valves.
Valves - 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
Valves - as a verb
To control (flow) by means of a valve.
Example Sentences
"The plumber replaced the valves in the bathroom sink."
"The doctor listened to my heartbeat with a stethoscope and heard a problem with one of the valves."
"The car engine's valves were overheating, causing it to stall."
"The engineer adjusted the water valves to control the pressure in the pipes."
"The musician played beautiful melodies on the valves of his trumpet."
Word Game Points
Is VALVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, valves is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VALVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is VALVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, valves is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVALVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is VALVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, valves is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVALVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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