replace a cylinder

/rɪˈpleɪs ə ˈsɪlɪndər/

verb phrase

  1. To remove a cylinder that is damaged, empty, or no longer suitable and install a new one.

    B1

    transitive; replace + objecttechnical

    • "We need to replace a cylinder in the machine."B1
    • "The technician replaced the gas cylinder after it became empty."B2
    • "The mechanic recommended replacing a cylinder because it had lost compression."C1
    • "Replacing a cylinder can be a complex task that requires specialized tools."C1

Collocations

replace a gas cylinderreplace an engine cylinderreplace a hydraulic cylinderreplace a worn-out cylinderreplace a damaged cylinderreplace a cylinder in an engine

Word family

replacereplacementcylinderreplacedreplacing