Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

evaporator

Noun

/ɪˈvæpəreɪtər/

Definition

A device that turns a liquid into vapor or gas, often used in cooking or industrial processes.

Examples

The evaporator is a key component in refrigeration systems, where it absorbs heat from the environment.
In the kitchen, an evaporator can be used to concentrate flavors in sauces by reducing their liquid content.
Industrial evaporators help in producing salt, sugar, and other concentrated solutions through evaporation of water.

Meaning

In scientific and industrial terms, an evaporator is a machine designed to remove liquid from a solution by heating, which causes the liquid to vaporize.