Definitions

1. noun

A device or container that breaks down organic matter, especially in the absence of oxygen, often used in waste management or composting.

“The community built a large digester to process their food waste and create compost for their gardens.”

2. noun

An organism, such as a microorganism or a worm, that breaks down organic matter.

“The digester in the soil was a type of earthworm that helped to aerate the soil and break down organic matter.”

3. verb

To break down or decompose organic matter, especially in the absence of oxygen.

“The bacteria in the digester helped to digest the complex carbohydrates in the plant material.”