Extractor and Strainer

Extractor

Extractor noun - A mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector.
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Strainer and extractor are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Strainer" instead a noun "Extractor".

Strainer

Strainer noun - A filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through.
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Synonyms for Strainer

Extractor and strainer are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Extractor" instead a noun "Strainer".

Nearby Words: strain, strained, straining
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