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1 : a device that controls the flow or pressure of a gas. Valve functions can include shutoff, metering, backflow prevention, and pressure relief. [SEMI Chemicals/Gases, Vol. 1, 1990 (no longer in print)] 2 : any component designed to provide positive shutoff of fluid media with the capability of being externally operated.

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