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extractor

/ɪkˈstræk.tər/

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noun

B2formalcommon/ɪkˈstræk.tər/

A noun referring to a device or mechanism designed to remove or separate something, such as a tool for pulling out tight-fitting parts, a machine for separating particles from a suspension, or a firearm component that ejects spent shell casings.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее устройство или механизм, предназначенный для удаления или отделения чего-либо, например, инструмент для извлечения плотно сидящих деталей, машина для отделения частиц от суспензии или компонент огнестрельного оружия, выбрасывающий стреляные гильзы.
  1. Extraction tool B2 formal technical

    An instrument designed to remove tight-fitting components, such as bearings, gears, or bolts.

    • The mechanic used a bearing extractor to remove the old part.
    • A screw extractor is essential for removing stripped screws.
    • He carefully positioned the extractor to pull out the stuck gear.

    🇷🇺Съемник

    Synonyms: pullerremover

  2. Centrifugal separator C1 formal technical

    An apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate solid particles from a liquid suspension.

    • The laboratory uses a centrifugal extractor to purify samples.
    • In the chemical plant, the extractor separates the catalyst from the product.
    • The extractor spins at high speed to isolate the fine particles.

    🇷🇺Центрифуга

    Synonyms: centrifugeseparator

  3. Firearm mechanism C1 formal technical

    A mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector.

    • The extractor failed to remove the spent casing from the rifle.
    • Gunsmiths often check the extractor for wear and proper tension.
    • A broken extractor can cause a jam in the firearm.

    🇷🇺Экстрактор

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  • extractor's possessive singular form