Sep"a*ra`tor (?), n. [L.] One who,
or that which, separates. Specifically: (a)
(Steam Boilers) A device for depriving steam of particles
of water mixed with it. (b) (Mining)
An apparatus for sorting pulverized ores into grades, or
separating them from gangue. (c)
(Weaving) An instrument used for spreading apart the
threads of the warp in the loom, etc.
Sep"a*ra`tor (?), n. [L.] One who,
or that which, separates. Specifically: (a)
(Steam Boilers) A device for depriving steam of particles
of water mixed with it. (b) (Mining)
An apparatus for sorting pulverized ores into grades, or
separating them from gangue. (c)
(Weaving) An instrument used for spreading apart the
threads of the warp in the loom, etc.
