valve

US /vælv/
UK /vælv/
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1.

閥門, 活門

a device that controls the flow of liquid or gas through a pipe or duct

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The plumber replaced the faulty valve in the sink.
水管工更換了水槽裡有故障的閥門。
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Check the tire valve for any leaks.
檢查輪胎氣門嘴是否有洩漏。
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2.

瓣膜

a flap of tissue in the heart or a vein that prevents blood from flowing backward

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The heart has four valves that ensure blood flows in one direction.
心臟有四個瓣膜，確保血液單向流動。
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A damaged heart valve can lead to serious health problems.
受損的心臟瓣膜可能導致嚴重的健康問題。
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