Definition & Meaning of "throttle"in English

to throttle

VERB

to stop or limit the expression or activity of something

Transitive: to throttle an activity or development

Examples

The government tried to throttle the free press by limiting journalists' access to information.

The new laws are designed to throttle the growth of the tech industry.

to end someone's life by squeezing their throat, cutting off their air supply

Transitive: to throttle sb

Examples

In the suspenseful scene, the villain attempted to throttle the protagonist with bare hands.

The assassin used a wire to silently throttle his target without making a sound.

to reduce or control the flow of something, like fuel or steam, to an engine by adjusting a valve

Transitive: to throttle an engine or its valve

Examples

He throttled the engine to reduce its speed as they approached the stop sign.

He carefully throttled the engine during the test to avoid damage.

Throttle

NOUN

a pedal that controls the throttle valve

a device that controls the amount of fuel-air mixture entering the engine

What is a "throttle"?

A throttle is a part of a vehicle that controls the amount of air and fuel entering the engine, which determines how fast the engine runs. It is usually connected to the gas pedal and is adjusted by the driver. When the throttle is opened, more air and fuel enter the engine, causing it to accelerate. When the throttle is closed, the engine slows down. The throttle helps manage the engine's power and speed, allowing the driver to control the vehicle’s movement smoothly.

Examples

The throttle was stuck, causing the engine to rev high.

She gently pressed the throttle to accelerate smoothly.

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