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
This type of bell was used by John Smeaton in repairing the foundations of Hexham Bridge in 1778, but instead of weighted barrels, he introduced a force pump for supplying the necessary air.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 5 "Dinard" to "Dodsworth" by Various
It should be used freely on woodwork and on infected floors, and a force pump of the kind used by orchardists is very convenient as a means of applying the disinfectant.
From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry
How the air-tank may be used in connection with a hand force pump is shown in Fig.
From Rural Hygiene by Ogden, Henry N. (Henry Neely)
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