poppet

/ˈpɑpət/
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Other forms: poppets

Definitions of poppet
  1. noun
    a mushroom-shaped valve that rises perpendicularly from its seat; commonly used in internal-combustion engines
    synonyms: poppet valve
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    type of:
    valve
    control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid
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