Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clarifier

noun

/ˈklærɪfaɪər/

Definition

A clarifier is a device or substance used to make something clear or to clarify a solution by removing impurities.

Examples

The water treatment plant utilizes a clarifier to ensure that the water is free of pollutants.
He acted as a clarifier in discussions, making complex topics easier to understand.
To improve the quality of the report, she included several clarifiers for technical terms.

Meaning

In environmental science, a clarifier refers to a piece of equipment used in water treatment processes to separate solids from liquids, resulting in clearer water. In a broader sense, it can also refer to anything that helps to make an idea, situation, or statement clearer.