Equilibrator

/ˌɛkwɪˈlɪbreɪtər/ noun

Definition

A device, substance, or agent that brings about or maintains equilibrium; something that equalizes or balances.

Etymology

From 'equilibrate' with the agent noun suffix '-or,' indicating something or someone that performs the action of equilibrating.

Kelly Says

In industrial chemistry, an 'equilibrator' is an actual device used to mix solutions until they reach equilibrium—it's one of those technical terms that describes both a concept and the real machinery.

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