clarifier

/ˈklɛrəˌfaɪər/
noun
  1. A substance or device used to make a liquid clear by removing solid particles or impurities.
    • The winemaker added a clarifier to the juice to remove tiny particles before bottling.
    • The water treatment plant uses a large clarifier to settle out dirt and debris.
    • A swimming pool clarifier helps keep the water sparkling clean.
  2. A person or thing that provides an explanation or makes something easier to understand.
    • The diagram served as a helpful clarifier for the instructions.
    • In the debate, she acted as a clarifier, restating complex points in simple terms.
    • He is known as a clarifier of difficult legal concepts.
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