depurator

/ˈdɛpjəˌreɪtər/
noun
  1. A device or substance that removes impurities or unwanted elements from something, especially from a liquid or gas.
    • The water treatment plant uses a depurator to filter out chemicals and bacteria.
    • A simple charcoal depurator can improve the taste of tap water at home.
    • The factory installed a new air depurator to reduce smoke emissions.
  2. A person or thing that purifies or cleanses something.
    • The enzyme acts as a natural depurator in the body, breaking down toxins.
    • She saw herself as a depurator of outdated ideas in the company.
    • In ancient times, priests acted as depurators of sacred spaces before ceremonies.
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