throttling

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of deliberately reducing the rate or quantity of something, especially a flow or stream.

  - "The dam manager implemented throttling to maintain the lake level."
  - "To prevent the engine from overheating, the pilot throttled back."

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Variants

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throttling , throttlings , throttle , throttled , throttler , throttlers , throttles , throttle back , throttled back , throttles back , throttling back

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Etymology

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Originally used in the context of controlling the flow of water in mills and hydropower plants.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'throttle' comes from the Old English word 'throttel', meaning 'throttle' or 'lever'.

2. Throttling is not only used in engineering but also in music, specifically in the context of regulating the volume of an instrument or voice.

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Related Concepts

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1. Throttle control: A mechanism or device used to regulate the flow or quantity of a fluid or gas.

2. Throttle position sensor: An automotive sensor that measures the position of the throttle valve and sends this information to the engine control unit.

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Culture

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Throttling is a common term used in various industries such as engineering, aviation, and automotive.

How to Memorize "throttling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a dam with a lever controlling the water flow. This lever is what we call a throttle.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the feeling of control and regulation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Think of the word 'throttle' as a combination of 'throttle' and 'control'.

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