force pump
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of force pump
First recorded in 1650–60
Example Sentences
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Using Archimedes’ ideas, Hellenistic scientists later built a force pump, pneumatic machines, and even a steam engine.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2012
When the piston is driven downwards it pulls on a large beam which works a force pump.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Jimmy was to be the driver; the other five were each armed with a bucket, except one who found a force pump through which the whitewash could be squirted with delightful precision.
From The Preacher of Cedar Mountain A Tale of the Open Country by Ernest Thompson Seton
It is only a simple lift and force pump, driven from the cross head.
From Rough and Tumble Engineering by James H. Maggard
When used, dilute one part of the emulsion with about fifteen of water, and spray it upon the plants by means of a force pump and spraying nozzle.
From The Cauliflower by A. A. (Arthur Alger) Crozier
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