Derich
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdiˈɹɪt͡ʃ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Derich is a verb meaning (aviation, rare) To make the air–fuel ratio (of a jet engine or a carburetor) leaner (less rich).
Meaning
(aviation, rare) To make the air–fuel ratio (of a jet engine or a carburetor) leaner (less rich).
Example Sentences
The fuel derich system on each engine protected against severe turbine over-temperature. If the engine's EGT indicator reached 860 degrees Celsius while the system was armed, the air/fuel ratio in the engine was automatically reduced (deriched).
Word Forms
- deriches
- deriching
- deriched
Synonyms for derich
Depending on context, synonyms include lean, disenrich.
Antonyms for derich
Common opposites include enrich.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reverse, derotate, drive, unspool, viff, feather.
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