aerator

English

noun
Definitions
  • A device which mixes air with a substance, particularly soil or a liquid.
  • A device used for charging mineral waters with gas and in making soda water.
  • A fumigator used to bleach grain, destroying fungi and insects.

Etymology

Suffix from English aerate.

Origin

English

aerate

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