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cylinder

[ˈsɪlɪndər]

cylinder Definition

  • 1a solid or hollow figure with straight parallel sides and a circular or oval cross section
  • 2a cylindrical container, especially one for storing compressed gas

Using cylinder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cylinder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The engine has four cylinders.

  • Example

    The gas is stored in a high-pressure cylinder.

  • Example

    The shape of the building is a cylinder.

  • Example

    The artist used a cylinder to create the pottery.

cylinder Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cylinder

Phrases with cylinder

  • cylinder head

    the closed end of a cylinder in an internal combustion engine

    Example

    The mechanic removed the cylinder head to repair the engine.

  • a lock that operates by means of a cylinder that rotates to move the bolt

    Example

    He installed a new cylinder lock on the front door.

  • a small object carved with a design, used in ancient times to make an impression in clay or wax as a signature or mark of ownership

    Example

    The cylinder seal was used to authenticate documents.

Origins of cylinder

from Latin 'cylindrus', from Greek 'kulindros', meaning 'roller, cylinder'

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Summary: cylinder in Brief

A 'cylinder' [ˈsɪlɪndər] is a solid or hollow figure with straight parallel sides and a circular or oval cross section. It can also refer to a cylindrical container, especially one for storing compressed gas. Examples include engine cylinders, gas cylinders, and pottery cylinders. Other related terms are 'cylinder head,' 'cylinder lock,' and 'cylinder seal.'

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