Separator
Pronunciation : Sep"a*ra`tor
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L.]
Definition : Defn: 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)
Defn: An instrument used for spreading apart the threads of the warp in the loom, etc.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913