extractor | ||
1. | [ noun ] (physics) an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension | |
Synonyms: | centrifuge separator | |
Related terms: | apparatus ultracentrifuge haematocrit separate | |
2. | [ noun ] an instrument for extracting tight-fitting components | |
Related terms: | instrument forceps extract | |
3. | [ noun ] (arms) a mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector | |
Synonyms: | cartridge_remover cartridge_extractor | |
Related terms: | mechanism gun | |
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extract extraction extrication extradition extractible extractable extrados exoteric extrasystole extra_large extricate extravert extradite extrasensory extricated extraneous extramural extradural extraverted extrapolate extra_point |