purifier

noun [C]

/ˈpjʊə.rɪ.faɪ.ər/

/ˈpjʊr.ɪ.faɪ.ɚ/

Definition

› a machine or a substance that removes harmful substances from something: a water purifier an air purifier In traditional medicine, certain herbs are used as blood purifiers.Machinery and machinesHousehold equipment and domestic choresCleaning generallyPersonal hygiene and appearance - general words

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