Demister

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The part of the ventilation system in a motor car that blows hot, dry air against the inside of the windscreen to prevent or remove condensation.

    "The drivers' cabs are fitted with the latest equipment, including a loudaphone, electric demisters and two-tone horns; provision is made for the fitting of A.W.S. equipment when available."

  2. 2
    heater that removes mist from the windshield of a car wordnet
  3. 3
    Any of various devices that remove droplets of water from air.

Synonyms

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defoggerdefroster

Example

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"The drivers' cabs are fitted with the latest equipment, including a loudaphone, electric demisters and two-tone horns; provision is made for the fitting of A.W.S. equipment when available."

Etymology

From demist + -er.

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