reformer

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who reforms, or who works for reform.
  • (history) One who was involved in the Reformation.
  • (chemical engineering) A device which converts hydrocarbons into a hydrogen-rich mixture of gases.
  • (chemical engineering) A device used to convert petroleum refinery naphthas, typically having low octane ratings, into high-octane liquid products called reformates.

Etymology

Suffix from English reform.

Origin

English

reform

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