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purging [′pərj·iŋ]
(engineering) Replacing the atmosphere in a container by an inert substance to prevent formation of explosive mixtures. (medicine) The condition in which there is rapid and continuous evacuation of the bowels. (science and technology) The act or process of cleaning and purifying. purging 1. The process of voiding a pipe of fuel gas and replacing it with air. 2. The process of replacing the air in a gas pipeline with fuel gas. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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