airlock

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A sealed, airtight chamber, such as in a manned spacecraft or submarine, used to provide…

   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.

   • At the head of the machine, we are shown the airlock through which people have to pass to work on the cutting head, as it operates under pressure to prevent leakages into the tunnel.
2. 2

   A vestibule, foyer or entranceway with doors to the exterior on one end and doors to the…

   A vestibule, foyer or entranceway with doors to the exterior on one end and doors to the interior on the other, functioning to keep indoor and outdoor air, humidity, and air temperatures separate.

3. 3

   Alternative form of air lock.

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   1. 4

      To secure with an airlock.

   2. 5

      To dispose of through an airlock.

      • Delighted by the unexpected two-pelt bonus, he airlocked the meat. Wookiee tasted oily and foul.
      • I'm glad I hid it when I arrived on board because I'm pretty sure Skylar would've airlocked it along with my trusty cardigan and my dirty sneakers if she found them.
      • I think he'd airlock me if he knew my real feelings.
   3. 6

      To firewall, to maintain an ethical wall.

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