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aftertreatment

American  
[af-ter-treet-muhnt, ahf-] / ˈæf tərˌtrit mənt, ˈɑf- /

noun

  1. a chemical treatment to which a fabric is subjected immediately after being dyed, for increasing the fastness of the color.

Etymology

Origin of aftertreatment

First recorded in 1825–35; after + treatment

Example Sentences

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The effect of auxiliary heaters on in-use emissions is more pronounced because there is no emissions aftertreatment for heaters as there is for engine emissions.

From Science Daily • Oct. 12, 2023

In addition, emissions from fuel-operated auxiliary heaters may be higher due to limited aftertreatment, potentially offsetting any advantages in terms of these emissions as well.

From Science Daily • Oct. 12, 2023

What has been said with regard to complications and aftertreatment in the case of the male also applies to the female.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

The aftertreatment is the same as that already recommended.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

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