sparger

/ˈspɑrdʒər/
noun
  1. A device that distributes a liquid or gas through small holes, often used in brewing, chemistry, or water treatment.
    • The brewery uses a sparger to add oxygen to the fermenting beer.
    • A sparger in the fish tank helps keep the water aerated.
    • The lab technician cleaned the sparger to ensure even gas flow.
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