Definition of "carburetor" in English

noun

1. (US, Canada) A device in an internal combustion engine where fuel is vaporized and mixed with air prior to ignition.

   • Near-synonym: gasifier

2. (obsolete) A device for enhancing illuminating gas by mixing in carbon-rich fuel.

   • Second, the employment of a current of air between the carburettor and the tube leading to the burner, is described. The Mechanics' Magazine, July 25, 1862.

3. (slang, drugs) A water pipe or bong; a device or contrivance for mixing air with burning cannabis or cocaine.