carb

Etymology

noun

  1. (informal, usually in the plural) Clipping of carbohydrate.
    I'm cutting down on carbs to try and lose weight.
  2. (informal) Clipping of carburettor / carburetor.
    This is what controls the flow of fuel into the carb.
  3. (drugs) The hole on a pipe which is covered and opened to control the inflow of air.
    She lifted her thumb off the carb and breathed in the thick smoke.

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