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Orifice

usgb/ˈɔːrɪfɪs/Volume
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The term has a simple, non-technical usage and appears in daily descriptions of objects and systems. SlideIf the ball blocks the orifice, the liquid can't flow through.
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Orifice can describe openings in common items like bottles, pipes, or containers. SlidePlease close the orifice with a cap to prevent spills.
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In specific contexts, 'orifice' can indicate a designed feature for a particular function. SlideThe lamp's orifice allowed for cable management.
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