arrester
Americannoun
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a person who arrests
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a thing that stops or checks motion, esp a mechanism of wires for slowing aeroplanes as they land on an aircraft carrier
Etymology
Origin of arrester
First recorded in 1400–50, arrester is from the late Middle English word arester. See arrest, -er 1
Example Sentences
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It is not clear whether the silo that exploded was fitted with a flame arrester at any point.
From BBC
The chief minister had held a meeting last week and asked state officials to install lightning arresters at all government buildings, including schools and hospitals, The Times of India newspaper reported.
From BBC
The arresters come in various configurations to connect to different types of pipes or appliances.
From Washington Post
Subsequent investigation by the project’s lead electrical contractor found that the arresters were not appropriately rated for Metro’s system and should not be used.
From Washington Post
If you are in a fire zone, Lopez recommends installing a spark arrester.
From Los Angeles Times
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