Definition

A device or substance that adds chlorine to water, often used in swimming pools or water treatment to kill bacteria and other harmful organisms.

Example

The chlorinator automatically adds chlorine to the pool to keep the water clean and safe for swimming.

Conversation

Have you checked the chlorinator in the pool recently?

Not yet, is it giving you problems?

Yeah, it seems like it’s not working properly.

You should get it fixed soon, or the water will get cloudy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chlorinator → It is formed from "chlorine" (from Greek "chloros", meaning green) and "-ator" (meaning one who or that which). The word "chlorinator" refers to a device or agent that introduces chlorine, often used in water treatment to purify or disinfect.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that introduces 'green' ('chloros') to purify water — that's what a chlorinator does.

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