Compacter: meaning, definitions and examples

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compacter

 

[ kəmˈpæktər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

object machinery

A compacter is a machine used for compressing materials into a smaller volume. It is often used in the construction and landfill industries to reduce waste size for easier transport and disposal. By applying pressure, compacters can significantly decrease the bulk of certain materials like soil, gravel, or waste products. This process makes it easier to handle large amounts of material while also improving efficiency in various projects.

Synonyms

binder, compactor, compressor.

Examples of usage

  • The construction crew used a compacter to prepare the ground for the foundation.
  • He operated a compacter to reduce the amount of debris at the landfill site.
  • The compacter helped to minimize the space taken up by the soil.
  • We rented a compacter to ensure the asphalt is properly settled.

Translations

Translations of the word "compacter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compactador

🇮🇳 संक्षिप्त

🇩🇪 kompakter

🇮🇩 kompak

🇺🇦 компактніший

🇵🇱 kompaktowy

🇯🇵 コンパクター

🇫🇷 compacteur

🇪🇸 compactador

🇹🇷 sıkıştırıcı

🇰🇷 콤팩트

🇸🇦 مضغوط

🇨🇿 kompakt

🇸🇰 kompaktnejší

🇨🇳 压缩器

🇸🇮 kompakt

🇮🇸 þjappaður

🇰🇿 компактты

🇬🇪 კომპაქტური

🇦🇿 sıxlaşdırıcı

🇲🇽 compactador

Etymology

The term 'compacter' derives from the verb 'to compact', which comes from the Latin 'compactus', the past participle of 'compingere', meaning 'to press together'. The root of the word, 'com-', means 'together', and 'pangere' means 'to fasten' or 'to fix'. This reflects the function of the device to press materials together to decrease their volume. The use of compacting machines became more prevalent in the 20th century, especially with the rise of urban development and waste management. As societies grew, the need for efficient handling of materials led to the innovation and widespread use of compacters in various industries.