Definitions

1. noun

A device or system that adds moisture, typically in the form of water vapor, to the air or a substance.

“The humidistat in the air conditioner acts as a saturator to maintain a comfortable humidity level in the room.”

2. noun

A device used to saturate a medium, such as a paint or a coating, with a solvent.

“The paint manufacturer uses a saturator to mix the paint with the correct amount of solvent before packaging it.”

3. noun

A device used to saturate a gas or a liquid with a gas, such as oxygen or helium.

“The gas plant uses a saturator to increase the oxygen content in the gas before it is distributed to consumers.”