GRE Word List
CENTRIFUGE
a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
The meaning of the word centrifuge is a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects.
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