| 单词 | safety valve |
| 释义 | safety valve 1. a device that, when actuated by a gas or vapor pressure above a predetermined level, opens and allows the gas or vapor to escape until its pressure is reduced to a pressure equal to or below that of the predetermined level. Cf. relief valve. 2. a harmless outlet for emotion, tension, etc. [1805-15] |
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