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demister

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The part of the ventilation system in a motor car that blows hot, dry air against the inside of the windscreen to prevent or remove condensation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: defogger, defroster

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Any of various devices that remove droplets of water from air.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

heater that removes mist from the windshield of a car

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: heater, warmer

History

Etymology

From demist + -er.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Portuguese: desembaciador — system that removes condensation from the windscreen