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🏠 Fireplace safety device ⚡ Stops electric sparks
spark arrester

spark arrester

7.4
A device that reduces sparks when electrical contacts open or close
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : supresor de chispas
  • The spark arrester is crucial for preventing dangerous electrical fires in industrial equipment.

Examples

  • After installing the spark arrester, the technician noticed a significant reduction in visible sparks.

  • Many electrical panels are equipped with a spark arrester to enhance operational safety.

  • The spark arrester is essential!

  • Is the spark arrester working?

  • After installing the spark arrester, the technician noticed a significant reduction in visible sparks.

  • Many electrical panels are equipped with a spark arrester to enhance operational safety.

  • The spark arrester is crucial for preventing dangerous electrical fires in industrial equipment.

Antonyms

sparker
6.6

A person or tool that makes small hot pieces to start a fire

Surface Forms

spark arrester singular
spark arresters plural

Morphology

spark + arrester

The meaning is directly compositional: 'spark' (a small flash/discharge) combined with 'arrester' (a device that stops or limits) yields a device that stops or reduces sparks. This follows a common noun+noun naming pattern for devices and would be readily inferable by a B1 learner who knows the constituent words.

Etymology

Spark arrester: The noun spark arrester in electrical use follows the same picture — a small part that 'arrests' or reduces sparks when contacts open or close to protect the equipment. So a spark arrester in machines means a device that lowers visible sparking and helps prevent electrical fires.