spark plug
US /ˈspɑːrk ˌplʌɡ/
UK /ˈspɑːrk ˌplʌɡ/
1.
palam pencucuh
a device for firing the explosive mixture in an internal combustion engine
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The mechanic replaced the faulty spark plug.
Mekanik menggantikan palam pencucuh yang rosak.
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A worn-out spark plug can cause engine misfires.
Palam pencucuh yang haus boleh menyebabkan enjin tersengguk.
2.
pencetus, pemangkin
a person or thing that is a catalyst for a development or event
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Her innovative idea was the spark plug for the entire project.
Idea inovatifnya adalah pencetus bagi keseluruhan projek.
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He acted as the spark plug, motivating the team to achieve their goals.
Dia bertindak sebagai pencetus, memotivasikan pasukan untuk mencapai matlamat mereka.