electrical spark
31spark gap — noun 1. a component of an ignition system; consists of two shaped electrodes and the space between them • Hypernyms: ↑component, ↑constituent, ↑element • Part Holonyms: ↑ignition, ↑ignition system 2. the gap between two high potential terminals …
32spark — [spɑːk] verb [I/T] I 1) to make something start The verdict sparked riots all over the city.[/ex] 2) to start a fire or explosion, or to make a spark II noun spark [spɑːk] 1) [C] a very small fire or electrical flash 2) [C/U] a strong and… …
33spark — electric current electric current, electrical current electrical current, the movement of electrically charged particles, atoms, or ions, through solids, liquids, gases, or free space; the term is usually used of relatively smooth movements of… …
34spark plug — noun electrical device that fits into the cylinder head of an internal combustion engine and ignites the gas by means of an electric spark • Syn: ↑sparking plug, ↑plug • Hypernyms: ↑electrical device • Part Holonyms: ↑ignition, ↑ignition system …
35Electrical wire interconnection system — EWIS, or Electrical Wire Interconnection Systems, refers to the wiring system and components (such and bundle clamps, wire splices, etc.) for a complex system. The term originated in the aviation industry but was originally part EIS, or… …
36electrical distributor — noun electrical device that distributes voltage to the spark plugs of a gasoline engine in the order of the firing sequence • Syn: ↑distributor, ↑distributer • Derivationally related forms: ↑distribute (for: ↑distributer) • …
37electrical current — electric current electric current, electrical current electrical current, the movement of electrically charged particles, atoms, or ions, through solids, liquids, gases, or free space; the term is usually used of relatively smooth movements of… …
38electrical system — The system that generates, stores, and distributes electrical current to crank the engine for starting and to keep it running by providing high voltage to the spark plugs; and to give power to the lights, the heater motor, radio, and other… …
39spark — 1. noun /spɑː(r)k/ a) A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire. b) A short or small burst of electrical discharge. Syn: beginning …
40spark gap — noun a) A gap, between two electrical terminals, across which sparks are generated. b) Such a gap as a component of an engines ignition system, especially that between the electrodes of a spark plug …
