screw expeller (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈskruː ɛkˈspɛlər/
Definition
A screw expeller is a type of machine used in the oil extraction industry to extract oil from seeds, nuts, or other oil-rich materials. It works by using a screw-like mechanism to crush and press the material, causing the oil to be released and separated from the solid residue.
Examples
The screw expeller is widely used in the production of vegetable oils, such as soybean oil and canola oil.
The company invested in a new screw expeller to increase their oil production capacity.
The screw expeller is a critical component in the oil extraction process, and its maintenance is essential to ensure optimal performance.
How to Use screw expeller
- use a screw expeller (verb phrase)
- to extract oil from seeds or nuts using a screw expeller — "The company uses a screw expeller to extract oil from soybeans."
- screw expeller machine (noun phrase)
- a machine that uses a screw-like mechanism to extract oil from seeds or nuts — "The screw expeller machine is a critical component in the oil extraction process."
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