carburettor

/ˌkɑrbəˈrɛtər/
noun
  1. A device in an internal combustion engine that mixes air with fuel to create a combustible mixture; alternative spelling of carburetor (common in British English).
    • She learned how to rebuild a carburettor in her mechanics class.
    • The carburettor on his old car was leaking fuel.
    • A dirty carburettor can cause the engine to stall.
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