carburetor
1 synonym for carburetor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A device in an engine that mixes fuel with air before it is burned.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
carburettor
Etymology
From "carburet," an old chemistry term meaning to enrich with carbon, plus the agent suffix -or. First used for engines around 1896.
Full origin of carburetor →Frequently asked questions
What does “carburetor” mean?
The word “carburetor” means a device in an engine that mixes fuel with air before it is burned.
How do you pronounce “carburetor”?
“Carburetor” is pronounced KAH-buh-reh-tuh (/ˈkɑɹb(j)əˌɹeɪtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “carburetor” in a sentence?
Here is “carburetor” used in a sentence: “The old truck's carburetor needed cleaning after sitting all winter.”
What part of speech is “carburetor”?
“Carburetor” is a noun.
Where does the word “carburetor” come from?
The word “carburetor” dates back to around 1896. From "carburet," an old chemistry term meaning to enrich with carbon, plus the agent suffix -or. First used for engines around 1896.
