A machine or device that grinds or crushes food waste or other materials into smaller pieces, often used in plumbing systems to facilitate the disposal of waste.

The kitchen was equipped with a macerator to handle food scraps efficiently.

A device used in medical or laboratory settings to soften or break down tissue for further analysis or processing.

The lab technician used a macerator to prepare the tissue samples for examination.

A person who performs maceration.

In the winery, the macerator oversaw the soaking of the grape skins.

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Relating to or designed for macerating or for use with a macerator.

They installed a macerator toilet in the basement bathroom.