| Webster's Online Dictionary |
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Ignition distributor | Mechanical Engineering | Devices of two basic types: a) the type using contact points to close and open the coil primary circuit; b) the type using a magnetic pick-up and a transistor control unit. Source: European Union. (references) | |
| Ignition distributor | Transportation | The -- has two jobs. First, it closes and opens the circuit between the battery and the ignition coil. The distributor's second job is to distribute each high-voltage surge to the correct spark plug. Source: European Union. (references) | |
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