English Explanatory Dictionary

jet flow

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A high-momentum stream of fluid (liquid or gas) exiting a nozzle or opening into a surrounding medium; characterized by high velocity, a narrow profile, and the ability to entrain (pull in) surrounding fluid as it travels, creating complex mixing and heat transfer, seen in applications from aircraft engines to HVAC systems.

Word forms

jet flow jet flows

Etymology

From jet + flow.

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