Definition

A device that converts solid or liquid fuel into gas through a chemical process.

Example

The gasifier turned biomass into a usable gas for energy production.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new gasifier they installed at the community center?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It converts waste into gas for energy, which is pretty cool.

That sounds amazing! I love when they come up with eco-friendly solutions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gasifier → It is formed from "gas" (from Greek "khaos", meaning vapor or air) and "-ifier" (from Latin "-ificare", meaning to make or to cause). The word "gasifier" refers to a device that makes or converts a substance into gas.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that 'makes' ('-ifier') something into 'gas' — that's what a gasifier does.

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