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extractor

/ˈɛkstræktər/ noun · British & US
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What does extractor mean?

noun

A device or machine used to extract something, such as a liquid or a solid, from a mixture or a container. An extractor can also refer to a person or a tool used to remove or extract information, data, or content from a source.

Example

"The coffee machine had a built-in extractor that removed the grounds from the coffee beans."

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