purifier
Britishnoun
Explanation
A purifier is something that filters dangerous contaminants out of water or air. If you bring a good water purifier along on your camping trip, you can safely drink from rivers and streams. Air purifiers are useful for removing dust and other allergens from the air, as well as smoke particles and even viruses and other microscopic germs. People with gas stoves or wood-burning fireplaces in their homes often use air purifiers to ensure that the air they breathe is safe and clean. Purifier comes from the verb purify, or "cleanse," and the Latin root purus, "pure."
Example Sentences
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Use an air purifier in your bedroom and opt for natural fibers when buying clothes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Campos said the family has struggled to obtain an air purifier and has heard similar concerns from neighbors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2026
Dorsey recommends using an air purifier, particularly if you live in an urban area.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025
Although the makeshift air purifier helped, the next day, McCarthy packed up his car and decided to leave for Palm Springs for the weekend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 10, 2025
“Even if they’ve got a purifier, they don’t bother.”
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
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