extractor
1. an instrument for extracting tight-fitting components • Derivationally related forms: extract • Hypernyms: instrument • Hyponyms: forceps 2. an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension • Syn: centrifuge, separator • Derivationally related forms: separate (for: separator), centrifugate (for: centrifuge), centrifuge (for: centrifuge) • Hypernyms: apparatus, setup • Hyponyms: hematocrit, haematocrit, ultracentrifuge 3. a mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector • Syn: cartridge extractor, cartridge remover • Hypernyms: mechanism • Part Holonyms: gun
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