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smotherer

/ˈsmʌðərər/ noun · British & US
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What does smotherer mean?

noun

A person or thing that smothers, or a device that regulates the flow of fuel to a fire, typically by covering it with a lid or by adjusting a valve.

Example

"The smotherer on the stove helped to reduce the flames and prevent the fire from spreading."

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