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de-icer [diːˈaɪsə] n
1. (Engineering / Aeronautics) a mechanical or thermal device designed to melt or stop the formation of ice on an aircraft, usually fitted to the aerofoil surfaces Compare anti-icer 2. (Chemistry) a chemical or other substance used for this purpose, esp an aerosol that can be sprayed on car windscreens to remove ice or frost Translations de-icer [ˈdiːˈaɪsəʳ] n (thermal) → sbrinatore m; (chemical) → scongelante m de-icer [ˈdiːˈaɪsəʳ] n (thermal) → sbrinatore m; (chemical) → scongelante m How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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With the airport having run out of de-icer, the Lakers had to fly a plane in from Dallas in the hopes of leaving afterward for tonight's game against the Mavericks. The equipment also includes backpacks with spray solutions and a GL 1800, or modified commercial de-icer, which is used for dispensing foam-based solutions on vehicles and contaminated equipment. De-icers from Kasco or Ice Eaters from Powerhouse, which are submersible electric motors that circulate water, help prevent your boat from freezing solid in its slip. |
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