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Definitions for: Flange
[n] a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object
Webster (1913) Definition: Flange (fl[a^]nj), n. [Prov. E. flange to project,
flanch a projection. See Flanch, Flank.]
1. An external or internal rib, or rim, for strength, as the
flange of an iron beam; or for a guide, as the flange of a
car wheel (see Car wheel.); or for attachment to another
object, as the flange on the end of a pipe, steam
cylinder, etc. --Knight.
2. A plate or ring to form a rim at the end of a pipe when
fastened to the pipe.
Blind flange, a plate for covering or closing the end of a
pipe.
Flange joint, a joint, as that of pipes, where the
connecting pieces have flanges by which the parts are
bolted together. --Knight.
Flange rail, a rail with a flange on one side, to keep
wheels, etc. from running off.
Flange turning, the process of forming a flange on a
wrought iron plate by bending and hammering it when hot.
Flange, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Flanged (fl[a^]njd); p.
pr. & vb. n. Flanging (fl[a^]n"j[i^]ng).] (Mach.)
To make a flange on; to furnish with a flange.
Flange, v. i.
To be bent into a flange.
Synonyms: rim
See Also: projection
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