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precipitator

pre·ci·pi·tator

UK/pɹɪˈsɪpɪˌteɪtə(ɹ)/ uncommon

noun

1.

removes dust particles from gases by electrostatic precipitation

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Origin

Latin praecipitator (“an overthrower”); equivalent to precipitate + -or.

Phrases

  • electrostatic precipitator

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