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aerator

American  
[air-ey-ter, ey-uh-rey-] / ˈɛər eɪ tər, ˈeɪ əˌreɪ- /

noun

  1. an apparatus for aerating water or other fluids.

  2. a device for introducing air into a bin of wheat or other grain in order to prevent the accumulation of moisture, keeping it free of fungi and insects.


Etymology

Origin of aerator

First recorded in 1860–65; aerate + -or 2

Example Sentences

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Then they’ll probably be transferred to a truck outfitted with a large tank, aerator and chiller.

From Los Angeles Times

Our study shows the chemicals in the air may have been up to 2 to 25 times higher near these aerators.

From Salon

Water flows through an aerator at Owens Lake on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 in Lone Pine, CA.

From Los Angeles Times

Water customers should flush their plumbing, clean faucet aerators and change water filter cartridges, according to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.

From Seattle Times

I dropped the aerator into the hot white vinegar and let it soak for several hours.

From Seattle Times