steam release
Valve lets off
Steam release refers to the deliberate venting of pressurized steam, especially from cooking appliances like pressure cookers and instant pots.
A quick release lets steam escape rapidly; a natural release allows pressure to drop gradually.
The term extends to any controlled discharge of built-up pressure: The new policy served as a steam release for employee frustrations.
- valveFluid flow controller
- safety valveAutomatic pressure-limiting device
- pressureForce upon contact
- pressure cookerSealed pot using steam
- ventOpening for airflow
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steam releasepressure buildup
Gradual increase of force
sealing · compression · pressurization · bottling up · capping
steam releasesuppression
Forcible prevention or concealment
bottling up · repression · stifling · internalizing · self-restraint
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