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vapor lock
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vapor lock [′vā·pər ‚läk]
(fluid mechanics)
Interruption of the flow of fuel in a gasoline engine caused by formation of vapor or gas bubbles in the fuel-feeding system.
vapor lock
The formation of vapor in a pipe carrying liquids; prevents normal fluid flow.
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