reducer (Meaning)
reducer (n)
a substance capable of bringing about the reduction of another substance as it itself is oxidized; used in photography to lessen the density of a negative or print by oxidizing some of the loose silver
pipefitting that joins two pipes of different diameter
reducer (n.)
One who, or that which, reduces.
A contrivance for reducing the dimensions of one part so as to fit it to another, as a reducing coupling, or a device for holding a drilling a chuck.
A reducing motion.
A reducing valve.
A hydraulic device for reducing pressure and hence increasing movement, used to transmit the load from the hydraulic support of the lower shackle to the lever weighing apparatus in some kinds of heavy testing machines.
A reducing agent, either a developer or an agent for reducing density.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reducer
reducer Sentence Examples
- The reducer in the chemical reaction catalyzed the transformation of ethane into ethylene.
- The protein reducer was used in the laboratory to convert oxidized compounds into their reduced forms.
- The large industrial reducer transmitted motion from the motor to the drive shaft.
- The farmer needed a reducer to connect the pipes and regulate water flow in the irrigation system.
- The resistor reducer was installed in the circuit to decrease the amount of current flowing through it.
- The sugar reducer in the recipe helped to balance out the sweetness of the dessert.
- The catalyst reducer facilitated the reduction of the metal oxide powder into the pure metal.
- The reducer in the home appliance helped to eliminate odors and impurities from the air.
- The data reducer software compressed the raw data and made it easier to analyze.
- The stress reducer techniques assisted the individual in managing stress and improving their well-being.
FAQs About the word reducer
a substance capable of bringing about the reduction of another substance as it itself is oxidized; used in photography to lessen the density of a negative or pr
degrade,demote, bust, sack, can, lay off, break, disrate, downsize,downgrade
advance,promote, raise, advance, promote, raise, hire, hire, elevate,elevate
The reducer in the chemical reaction catalyzed the transformation of ethane into ethylene.
The protein reducer was used in the laboratory to convert oxidized compounds into their reduced forms.
The large industrial reducer transmitted motion from the motor to the drive shaft.
The farmer needed a reducer to connect the pipes and regulate water flow in the irrigation system.
