Meaning
orifice, opening
- An opening, mouth, or vent, especially in an anatomical structure or technical apparatus.
In a sentence
Il medico ha esaminato attentamente l'orifizio per individuare eventuali anomalie.
The doctor carefully examined the orifice to identify any abnormalities.
Qual è il diametro esatto di questo orifizio della valvola?
What is the exact diameter of this valve orifice?
Il liquido non riusciva a defluire perché l'orifizio era completamente ostruito.
The fluid could not drain because the opening was completely blocked.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| orifizio | masculine · singular |
| orifizi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Formal or technical: typically used in medicine, biology, or mechanical engineering.