air pump
an apparatus for drawing in, compressing, or exhausting air.
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Many air mattresses now come with built-in electric air pumps, which are very convenient, provided you’re near a power outlet.
What’s nice is that many air mattress manufacturers are producing air pumps that are quieter than previous models, since some older pumps can be quite loud.
However, like the EasyStay, the QuickBed also lacks an air pump.
The structure stands firm with the help of three individual air chambers with valves that are compatible with electric air pumps, allowing you a quick and easy way to inflate and deflate.
Best kiddie pool: Turn your backyard into a childhood oasis | Jen McCaffery | July 22, 2021 | Popular-ScienceA witness told police that she heard a popping sound at the gas station and saw two or three men around the air pump, one of whom pointed a silver handgun at Nix before fleeing the scene.
Ex-NFL player says he was shot while pumping air into tires at gas station | Des Bieler | December 10, 2020 | Washington Post
At Wheal Alfred they have a 64-inch cylinder; the air-pump is 20 inches, and the stroke is half that of the engine.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis TrevithickA connecting rod worked a balance-beam, which worked the air-pump, feed-pump, and plug-rod for moving the valves.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis TrevithickThe engine was fixed directly over the pump-rods in the shaft, using neither main beam nor air-pump.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis TrevithickWheal Concord pumping engine, in 1827 had a similar air-pump.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis TrevithickThe atmosphere pressing on the piston like steam, the air is drawn from the pipes by a large air-pump and steam-engine.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2) | Francis Trevithick
British Dictionary definitions for air pump
a device for pumping air in or out of something
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