How Do You Spell FLANGE?

Pronunciation: [flˈand͡ʒ] (IPA)

Flange is a commonly used word in engineering and mechanical fields, pronounced /flændʒ/. Its spelling is derived from the Old French word "flanc," meaning "side." The letter "g" in "flange" is silent because it follows the letter "n," which causes the sound to be nasal, resulting in the sound of the /ʒ/ consonant. This word is often used to describe a projecting flat rim or edge on a piece of machinery that makes it easier to attach it to other parts.

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FLANGE Meaning and Definition

  1. A flange is a mechanical device that is typically circular in shape and is used to connect two components or objects together securely. It is commonly found in machinery, pipelines, and plumbing systems. The primary function of a flange is to join or support parts, ensuring a leak-proof and rigid connection between them.

    Often made of metal or plastic, a flange features a flat, raised, or threaded surface with holes or bolts around its circumference. This design allows it to be bolted or screwed to a corresponding surface on another object or component, creating a tight seal and preventing movement or separation under extreme pressure or vibration.

    Flanges can serve various purposes, including connecting pipes, valves, pumps, or other equipment, as well as facilitating the attachment of accessories such as filters, gauges, or expansion joints. Their versatility enables easy installation, maintenance, and disassembly of systems while maintaining structural integrity and preventing leaks.

    Furthermore, flanges come in different types and designs, each catering to specific applications and operating conditions. Common types include slip-on, threaded, welding neck, blind, lap joint, and socket weld flanges, among others. These variations allow for flexibility in selecting the appropriate flange based on factors such as material, size, pressure rating, and temperature requirements.

    Overall, flanges play a pivotal role in numerous industries, providing secure connections and ensuring the smooth operation of various systems and equipment.

  2. A raised or projecting rim of anything, as of a railway-wheel, or a pipe.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of FLANGE

The word "flange" originated in the 17th century, derived from the Old French word "flanchir" which means "to bend". It was used to describe a projecting rim or edge, often present on wheels or other mechanical parts. The term later transitioned into Middle English as "flange" with the same meaning. It refers to a protruding or raised edge that helps provide support, strengthening, or attachment to another object or surface.

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Plural form of FLANGE is FLANGES

Conjugate verb Flange

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have flanged
you would have flanged
he/she/it would have flanged
we would have flanged
they would have flanged
I would have flange
you would have flange
he/she/it would have flange
we would have flange
they would have flange

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been flanging
you would have been flanging
he/she/it would have been flanging
we would have been flanging
they would have been flanging

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would flange
you would flange
he/she/it would flange
we would flange
they would flange

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be flanging
you would be flanging
he/she/it would be flanging
we would be flanging
they would be flanging

FUTURE

I will flange
you will flange
he/she/it will flange
we will flange
they will flange

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be flanging
you will be flanging
he/she/it will be flanging
we will be flanging
they will be flanging

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have flanged
you will have flanged
he/she/it will have flanged
we will have flanged
they will have flanged

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been flanging
you will have been flanging
he/she/it will have been flanging
we will have been flanging
they will have been flanging

IMPERATIVE

you flange
we let´s flange

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to flange

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was flanging
you were flanging
he/she/it was flanging
we were flanging
they were flanging

PAST PARTICIPLE

flanged

PAST PERFECT

I had flanged
you had flanged
he/she/it had flanged
we had flanged
they had flanged

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been flanging
you had been flanging
he/she/it had been flanging
we had been flanging
they had been flanging

PRESENT

I flange
you flange
he/she/it flanges
we flange
they flange

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am flanging
you are flanging
he/she/it is flanging
we are flanging
they are flanging

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

flanging

PRESENT PERFECT

I have flanged
you have flanged
he/she/it has flanged
we have flanged
they have flanged

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been flanging
you have been flanging
he/she/it has been flanging
we have been flanging
they have been flanging

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it flange

SIMPLE PAST

I flanged
you flanged
he/she/it flanged
we flanged
they flanged

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