dashpot
Noun
Meaning
A pneumatic or hydraulic cushion for a falling weight, as in the valve gear of a steam engine, to prevent shock.
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
dumper
device
buffer
cushion
bumper
damper
absorbent
dampening
absorber
extinguisher
discouragement
cushioning
shock absorber
dampener
damping
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A dashpot is a piston filled with fluid that is allowed to escape slowly; both air-filled and oil-filled dashpots are used.
For a slightly longer (up to a minute) delay, a dashpot is used.