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échappement

exhaust (pipe), escape

noun eh-shahp-MAHN Rare
Travel & Places Transportation

Usage Note

Échappement most commonly refers to a vehicle's exhaust system (tuyau d'échappement = exhaust pipe). In horology it denotes the escapement mechanism in a clock or watch. It derives from échapper ('to escape'). Gaz d'échappement ('exhaust fumes') is a common environmental phrase.

Examples

"Le tuyau d'échappement est rouillé."

Natural Translation

The exhaust pipe is rusty.

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