Definition

A device or person that grinds or crushes substances into a fine powder, often used in the context of preparing medicines or chemicals.

Example

The pharmacist used a triturator to prepare the powdered medication.

Conversation

Have you ever used a triturator for your herbal remedies?

No, I haven't. What does it actually do?

It's an apparatus that helps to grind up the herbs finely.

That sounds really useful! I might need to get one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Triturator → It is formed from "triturare" (meaning to grind or crush) and "-or" (a suffix used to indicate an agent or doer). The word "triturator" refers to a device or person that grinds or crushes substances.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that 'grinds' ('triturare') materials into smaller pieces — that's what a triturator does.

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