English noun: adulterator | |||
1. | adulterator (substance) any substance that lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance | ||
Samples | It is necessary to remove the adulterants before use. | ||
Synonyms | adulterant | ||
Broader (hypernym) | substance | ||
2. | adulterator (person) a changer who lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance | ||
Broader (hypernym) | changer, modifier | ||