Flange

Pronunciation: /flændʒ/

Definitions of flange

noun a projecting rim or edge on a pipe, cylinder, or beam, especially to strengthen it or to attach it to another object

Example Sentences

A1 The plumber fixed the leaky pipe by replacing the flange.

A2 Make sure to tighten the flange securely to prevent any leaks.

B1 The engineer designed a new flange for the machinery to improve efficiency.

B2 The flange connection was carefully inspected for any signs of wear or damage.

C1 The flange is a crucial component in the assembly of the aerospace equipment.

C2 The flange manufacturer guarantees the quality and durability of their products.

Examples of flange in a Sentence

formal The engineer carefully measured the dimensions of the flange before attaching it to the pipe.

informal Make sure you tighten the bolts on the flange securely to prevent any leaks.

slang I accidentally bumped into the flange and now it's all out of whack.

figurative The team leader acted as the flange, connecting different departments to work together seamlessly.

Grammatical Forms of flange

• past tense: flanged
• plural: flanges
• comparative: more flanged
• superlative: most flanged
• present tense: flanges
• future tense: will flange
• perfect tense: have flanged
• continuous tense: is flanging
• singular: flange
• positive degree: flange
• infinitive: to flange
• gerund: flanging
• participle: flanging

Origin and Evolution of flange

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'flange' originated from the Old French word 'flanche' which meant 'flank or side'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'flange' evolved to refer to a projecting flat rim or collar used for strength or attachment in various mechanical structures and machinery.