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pistons

The correct spelling is pistons.

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noun

Say it like: Pis-ton-s

The correct spelling is pistons. A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)

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noun

  1. 1.A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)
  2. 2.A valve device in some brass instruments for changing the pitch

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