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3 +3 | a significant volume of liquid |
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1 | small pieces of metal |
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small pieces of metal Explanation: is one definition offered by Webster -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 18 mins (2006-10-22 17:47:19 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- obviously not metal, perhaps simply "lumps"? -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 19 mins (2006-10-22 17:48:19 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- OED= "A compact mass of liquid regarded as retaining its identity as it travels." |
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a significant volume of liquid Explanation: 'Slug' is a slang term for a certain distince quantity of liquid (used in a wide variety of contexts, including 'taking a slug from the bottle' or 'give me a slug of scotch' -- the Oxford dico defines it as 'an amount of liquor that is gulped or poured'). The usage in A/C compressor context seems to be trade jargon. See e.g. During normal compressor operation, the pistons compress refrigerant gas in the cylinders. Moisture in the system can lead to liquid slugging. Liquid slugging is a condition which occurs when liquid is allowed to enter one or more cylinders. Because liquid is practically non-compressible, the compressor seals may be compromised when the pistons attempt to compress the liquid. Liquid slugging can lead to permanent valve damage and reduced compressor efficiency. http://www.sanden.com/support/moisturecontamination.html (In the above context, 'compromised' is a euphemistic term for 'damaged'). -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 3 hrs (2006-10-22 20:36:17 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- make that 'distinct quantity' |
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