poppet Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a mushroom-shaped valve that rises perpendicularly from its seat; commonly used in internal-combustion engines
poppet valve.
WordNet
Pop"pet noun
Definitions
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See Puppet . -
(Naut.) One of certain upright timbers on the bilge ways, used to support a vessel in launching. Totten. -
(Mach.) An upright support or guide fastened at the bottom only.
