What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “valve”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “valve”

The antonyms of valve are leak and opening. The antonym leak refers to an unintentional escape of fluid or gas from a container, while opening refers to a gap or hole that allows access or passage.

Explore all Antonyms of “valve”

• leak
• opening

Definitions and Examples of leak, opening

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

leak

An unintended escape of fluid or gas from a container through a hole or crack.

Example

The plumber fixed the leak in the pipe to prevent water damage.

opening

A gap or hole that allows access or passage.

Example

The opening in the fence was too small for the dog to squeeze through.

Key Differences: leak vs opening

• 1. Leak is an unintentional escape of fluid or gas, while valve is a device used to control the flow of fluid or gas.
• 2. Opening is a gap or hole that allows access or passage, while valve is a device used to regulate the flow of fluid or gas.

Effective Usage of leak, opening

• 1. Engineering: Use valve to describe a device used to control the flow of fluid or gas.
• 2. Plumbing: Use leak to describe an unintentional escape of fluid or gas from a container.
• 3. Construction: Use opening to describe a gap or hole that allows access or passage.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of valve are leak and opening. Use valve to describe a device used to control the flow of fluid or gas. Use leak to describe an unintentional escape of fluid or gas from a container. Use opening to describe a gap or hole that allows access or passage.