definitions

exhaust-gas recirculation

[ ig-zawst-gas ]
/ ɪgˈzɔstˌgæs /

noun Automotive.

a method of returning part of the exhaust gases to an engine by means of a valve (EGR valve) in order to reduce the combustion temperature, which leads to a reduction in the formation of pollutants. Abbreviation: EGR

RELATED CONTENT

Gearhead Slang For The Fast LaneRead more in this article about some frequently asked questions and fun facts related to our definitions.
READ MORE
How “Burnout” Went From A Casual Expression To A Weighted WordTraditionally, the word burnout has been used more as a self-diagnosis or casual expression rather than treated as a medical syndrome or mental health problem. However, our understanding of burnout and its role in health is changing.
READ MORE

Nearby words

exhaust manifold, exhaust stroke, exhaust system, exhaust trail, exhaust velocity, exhaust-gas recirculation, exhausted, exhausting, exhaustion, exhaustion psychosis, exhaustive
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019