lockshield

English

noun
Definitions
  • (attributive) A kind of radiator valve used to balance the system by restricting the flow of water on the return side.

Etymology

Compound from English lock (tuf of hair, tuft length of hair, curl, tuft of hair) + English shield.

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English

shield

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