noun
- plural of carburettor; devices in internal combustion engines that mix air and fuel in the proper ratio for combustion
Usage: British spelling; automotive
Examples
- The mechanic cleaned both carburettors on the vintage motorcycle.
- Modern cars use fuel injection instead of carburettors.
- The twin carburettors needed adjustment after the engine rebuild.
- Cold weather can cause problems with carburettors in older vehicles.
- He spent hours tuning the carburettors for optimal performance.
- The aircraft’s carburettors required special maintenance procedures.