Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
centrifuge
noun
/ˈsɛn.trɪ.fjuːdʒ/
Definition
A machine that uses centrifugal force to separate substances of different densities, often used in laboratories and medical settings.
Examples
- The lab technician used a centrifuge to separate blood components.
- In the experiment, the centrifuge helped to isolate the DNA from the rest of the cellular material.
- After spinning in the centrifuge, the heavier particles settled at the bottom of the tube.
Meaning
A device that spins rapidly to separate mixtures or components based on density, often used in scientific and medical applications.
Synonyms
- Separator
- Spin dryer
- Extractor
