Examples of “extractor” in a Sentence

noun A device or machine designed to remove or draw out a particular substance or component.

• The kitchen has an extractor fan above the hob to pull out steam and smells.
• The juicer works as a cold-press extractor, squeezing juice without heating it.

noun The part of a firearm mechanism that pulls a spent cartridge case out of the chamber.

• A worn extractor can cause the rifle to jam.