noun
extractor
ihk-STRAK-tuh
Extractor (noun) means a device or machine designed to remove or draw out a particular substance or component. Example: “The kitchen has an extractor fan above the hob to pull out steam and smells.”
noun
1
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."
2
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."
How to use extractor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA machine, tool, or part whose job is to pull something out — smoke, juice, oil, or a spent cartridge.
Common pairings
extractor fan
juice extractor
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What does “extractor” mean?
The word “extractor” means a device or machine designed to remove or draw out a particular substance or component. In plain terms, a machine, tool, or part whose job is to pull something out — smoke, juice, oil, or a spent cartridge.
How do you pronounce “extractor”?
“Extractor” is pronounced ihk-STRAK-tuh (/ɪkˈstɹæktɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “extractor” in a sentence?
Here is “extractor” used in a sentence: “The kitchen has an extractor fan above the hob to pull out steam and smells.”
What part of speech is “extractor”?
“Extractor” is a noun.
How many meanings does “extractor” have?
“Extractor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device or machine designed to remove or draw out a particular substance or component.
