English Explanatory Dictionary

safety-valve

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. Sometimes followed by off:
  2. To use a relief valve on (a container holding a gas or vapour) to relieve excessive pressure which has built up inside.
  3. To install a relief valve on (such a container) for that purpose.
  4. To use some mechanism to relieve (physical or emotional pressure or tension).
noun
  1. Alternative form of safety valve.

Pronunciation

/ˈseɪftɪˌvælv/ /ˈseɪftiˌvælv/

Word forms

safety-valve safety-valves safety-valving safety-valved safety valve

Etymology

From safety valve (noun).

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