Lexic.us

Definition of Extractor

1. Noun. An instrument for extracting tight-fitting components.

2. Noun. An apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension.

3. Noun. A mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector.

Definition of Extractor

1. n. One who, or that which, extracts

2. n. A centrifugal drying machine.

Definition of Extractor

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Extractor

1. One who, or that which, extracts; as: A device for withdrawing a cartridge or spent cartridge shell from the chamber of the barrel. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Extractor

extractiform extracting extracting forceps extraction extraction extractions extraction and processing industry extraction coefficient extraction ratio extractive

extractive extractively extractives extractives extractor (current term) extractor (current term) extractors extracts extracurricular extracurricular activity

extracystic extraditable extradite extradited extradites extraditing extradition extraditions extrados extradoses

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