Impactor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪmˈpæktɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Impactor is a noun meaning Any of several machines or devices in which a part impacts on another, or on a material.
Meaning
Any of several machines or devices in which a part impacts on another, or on a material.
More Meanings
- An object which impacts another.
Example Sentences
cascade impactor
Chicxulub impactor
Although Dr. Bottke remains unconvinced that the impactor had a cometary origin, he noted that the asteroid explanation also raised many exciting and unresolved questions.
Word Forms
- impactors
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clock, pendulum, impinger, army, strike, typing.
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