Degummer

/diːˈɡʌmər/ noun

Definition

A machine, chemical, or worker that removes gum from fibers or materials.

Etymology

From degum plus the agentive suffix -er, meaning 'one who degums' or 'a tool that degums,' following standard English word formation patterns.

Kelly Says

In textile mills, industrial degummers use hot water and chemical baths to strip gum from raw materials—it's a whole separate production step!

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