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waterjet

/ˈwɔtərˌdʒɛt/
noun
  1. A stream of water forced out of a small opening under high pressure, used for cutting or cleaning.
    • The factory uses a waterjet to cut metal parts with precision.
    • The dentist used a waterjet to remove plaque from my teeth.
    • A high-pressure waterjet can clean graffiti off concrete walls.
  2. A machine or tool that produces a high-pressure stream of water for cutting or cleaning.
    • They bought a new waterjet for their workshop to cut tiles and stone.
    • Our company rents waterjets for industrial cleaning jobs.
    • The waterjet can cut through thick steel without creating heat.
verb
  1. To cut or clean something using a high-pressure stream of water.
    • We waterjet the stone slabs to make smooth edges for countertops.
    • They waterjet the rusted bolts to remove them safely.
    • The technician waterjets the old paint off the ship's hull.
Synonyms
cutclean
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