noun
- the process of mixing air with fuel vapor in a carburetor to form a combustible mixture for an internal combustion engine
Usage: technical; automotive
Examples
- The carburation system in older cars required regular adjustment to maintain proper engine performance.
- Modern fuel injection has largely replaced carburation in contemporary vehicles.
- Proper carburation ensures that the engine receives the correct fuel-to-air ratio.
- The mechanic checked the carburation settings before starting the diagnostic test.
- Carburation problems can lead to rough idling and poor fuel economy.