HyperDic: catalytic_converter

English > 1 sense of the expression catalytic converter:
NOUNartifactcatalytic convertera converter that uses a platinum-iridium catalyst to oxidize pollutants and carbon monoxide into carbon dioxide and water
English > catalytic converter: 1 sense > noun 1, artifact
MeaningA converter that uses a platinum-iridium catalyst to oxidize pollutants and carbon monoxide into carbon dioxide and water; an antipollution device on an automotive exhaust system.
Broaderconverter, convertorA device for changing one substance or form or state into another
Spanishcatalizador
Catalanconvertidor catalític

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