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percolator

/ˈpərkəleɪtər/ noun · British & US
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What does percolator mean?

noun

A device used to brew coffee by passing hot water through ground coffee beans, typically in a cylindrical container with a filter.

Example

"She filled the percolator with water and coffee grounds, then turned it on to start the brewing process."

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