precleaner

/ˈprɛsˌklɪnɚr/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used in an engine to pre-clean fuel before it reaches the main fuel filter, often used in large machinery or industrial equipment.

“The precleaner in the excavator’s engine helped extend its lifespan.”

Synonyms

  • air filter
  • fuel filter

Antonyms

  • contaminant
  • pollutant