Flange Meaning in English

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Definition

A flange is a flat edge, rim, or collar, usually projecting from a part or pipe, used to strengthen it, attach it to another part, or hold something in place.

Usage & Nuances

Technical/mechanical term used in engineering and plumbing. Common with 'pipe flange', 'flange bolt', 'mounting flange'. Not used for everyday objects. The word is pronounced with a short 'a'.

• Spanish: brida - pestaña (mecánica)
• Portuguese (BR): flange - aba (mecânica) - pestana (técnica)
• Portuguese (PT): flange - aba (mecânica) - pestana (técnica)
• Chinese (Simplified): 法兰 - 凸缘
• Chinese (Traditional): 法蘭 - 凸緣
• Hindi: फ्लैन्ज़ - किनारा (यांत्रिक)
• Arabic: شفّة - طوق (ميكانيكي)
• Bengali: ফ্ল্যাঞ্জ
• Russian: фланец
• Japanese: フランジ
• Vietnamese: mặt bích
• Korean: 플랜지
• Turkish: flanş
• Urdu: فلینج
• Indonesian: flens

Example Sentences

The flange connects two sections of the pipe.

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Please tighten the bolts on the flange.

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The pipe was leaking around the flange.

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Make sure the flange lines up before welding the parts together.

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If the flange is damaged, the whole mechanism could fail.

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They replaced the old flange with a new stainless steel one to prevent leaks.

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