noun
Meaning 1
One who concentrates.
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Standard Lemma guide
concentrator
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noun
Meaning 2
A hub.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: communications, electrical-engineering, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, telecommunications
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noun
Meaning 3
An apparatus for the separation of dry comminuted ore, by exposing it to intermittent puffs of air.
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Topics: business, mining
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noun
Meaning 4
A frame or ring of wire or hard paper fitting into the cartridge case used in some shotguns, and holding the shot together when discharged, to secure close shooting; also, a device for slightly narrowing the bore at the muzzle for the same purpose.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: engineering, firearms, government, military, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, politics, tools, war, weaponry
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History
Etymology
From concentrate + -or.