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amalgamator (s) (noun), amalgamators (pl)
1. A machine used to bring powdered ore in close contact with mercury: An amalgamator is utilized to get the metals contained in the ore separated from the dirt so they can be recovered and saved.
2. A machine for mixing mercury and an alloy to make a dental compound: The amalgamator measured the quantities of mercury and alloy that were placed in a capsule, which was rapidly vibrated for a few seconds by means of an electric motor.
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