ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Separator

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsɛpəˌɹeɪtəɹ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Separator is a noun meaning An object located between two or more things and hence separating them.

Meaning

An object located between two or more things and hence separating them.

More Meanings

  1. A device for removing one substance from another, such as cream from milk.
  2. One who separates; an agent performing the action of separating.

Example Sentences

When applying polish, always use toe separators to keep toes apart.
Death, the mystery, the great separator of friend from friend and loved one from loved one

Word Forms

Synonyms for separator

Depending on context, synonyms include centrifuge, extractor.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include centrifuge, extractor, divider, spacing, delimiter, split.

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