aerator
Americannoun
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an apparatus for aerating water or other fluids.
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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
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 ● Jan. 14, 2025
Water flows through an aerator at Owens Lake on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 in Lone Pine, CA.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2024
I also saw severe iron staining and felt that iron deposits could have started to restrict the flow within the aerator.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 1, 2022
If an aerator is still plugged, use a pin or needle to poke out grit, or buy a new aerator for a few dollars.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 25, 2022
An aerator is used before filtration during the summer, when algae are likely to develop in the reservoir.
From Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXXII, June, 1911 Water Purification Plant, Washington, D. C. Results of Operation. by Hardy, E. D.
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