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 | ||