单词	flue
释义	flue noun ˈflü  : an enclosed passageway for directing a current: such as a : a channel in a chimney for conveying flame and smoke to the outer air b : a pipe for conveying flame and hot gases around or through water in a steam boiler c : an air channel leading to the lip of a wind instrument d : flue pipe Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web Make sure the chimney flue is open and that the vent has been swept at least once during the last year. Joe Mario Pedersen, orlandosentinel.com, 28 Jan. 2022 All of the dead collapsed and died after being overcome by smoke while trying to descend down the stairway, which acted as a flue for the heavy smoke. Fox News, 17 Jan. 2022 Just inside the front door to the left sits one of only three split-flue fireplaces in Old Louisville. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 24 Nov. 2021 If using a fireplace, make sure the chimney flue is open and stay awake while the fire is burning. Dr. Mishal Reja, ABC News, 19 Feb. 2021 The damper should operate freely, and the flue should be free of any creosote buildup. John Nugent, Chron, 31 Oct. 2020 Word History Etymology origin unknown First Known Use 1582, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing flue flue-cured flue stop flue pipe flue-cured flue stop flue pipe Kids Definition flue noun ˈflü  : an enclosed passage for smoke or air flue noun as in chimney Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance chimney smokestack duct pipe tube conduit penstock chimney stack trough stovepipe standpipe tile hydrant drainpipe funnel channel leader drain spout main waste pipe waterspout piping line pipeline pipeage pipage
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