vulcaniser

/ˈvʌlkənaɪzər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or machine that vulcanizes, or a device used for vulcanizing

“The vulcaniser was used to repair the damaged tyre.”

2. verb

To treat rubber or other elastic materials with sulfur or other chemicals under high pressure

“The process of vulcanising makes rubber more durable and resistant to wear.”

Synonyms

  • curing machine
  • vulcanizer

Antonyms

  • demolisher