 scavenger |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a chemical agent that is added to a chemical mixture to counteract the effects of impurities | |
| Related terms: | chemical_agent scavenge | |
| 2. | [ noun ] someone who collects things that have been discarded by others | |
| Synonyms: | pack_rat magpie | |
| Related terms: | hoarder salvage | |
| 3. | [ noun ] (zoology) any animal that feeds on refuse and other decaying organic matter | |
| Related terms: | animal bottom_feeder scavenge | |
| Similar spelling: |
scavenge scavenging Schiavone |
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