pilot burner

/ˌpaɪlət ˌbʌrnər/
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Definitions of pilot burner
  1. noun
    small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner
    synonyms: pilot, pilot light
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    type of:
    gas burner, gas jet
    burner such that combustible gas issues from a nozzle to form a steady flame
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