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deflocculant

/dɛˈflɒkjʊlənt/ noun · British & US
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What does deflocculant mean?

noun

A substance that causes particles to aggregate and separate from a liquid, often used in the production of paper and textiles.

Example

"The addition of a deflocculant to the pulp helped to improve the clarity and smoothness of the paper."

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