scavenge

Definition

The elegant process of mining through garbage for valuables, or in engine terms, forcefully ejecting exhaust like it owes you money.

Example Usage

The scavenging process in two-stroke engines expels burnt gases while drawing in fresh fuel mixture for the next cycle.

Source: Automotive Engineering Dictionary

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