overpressure
/ˈoʊvərˌprɛʃər/
noun
- A pressure that is higher than normal or higher than the surrounding atmospheric pressure.
- The explosion created a dangerous overpressure that damaged nearby buildings.
- Engineers designed the tank to withstand an overpressure of 50 psi.
- The safety valve releases overpressure to prevent the boiler from bursting.
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