Associations to the word «Airlock»

Wiktionary

AIRLOCK, noun. A sealed, airtight chamber, such as in a manned spacecraft or submarine, used to provide access to and from the sealed area without allowing air out or water in.

Dictionary definition

AIRLOCK, noun. A chamber that provides access to space where air is under pressure.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.