Flue
n.
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An inclosed passage way for establishing and directing a current of air, gases, etc.; an air passage (Steam Boiler)
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In an organ flue pipe, the opening between the lower lip and the languet.
Phrases & Compounds
- Flue boiler
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See under Boiler.
- Flue bridge
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the separating low wall between the flues and the laboratory of a reverberatory furnace.
- Flue plate
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a plate to which the ends of the flues are fastened; -- called also flue sheet, tube sheet, and tube plate.
- Flue surface
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the aggregate surface of flues exposed to flame or the hot gases.
Flue
n.
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Light down, such as rises from cotton, fur, etc.; very fine lint or hair.