noun

economizer

economiser

The boiler was fitted with an economizer.

The boiler was fitted with an economiser.

An economizer helps to improve fuel efficiency.

An economiser helps to improve fuel efficiency.

((an economizer)) a device for saving fuel or energy The new system includes an economizer.

Synonyms: saver, conserver

From 'economize' + the agent suffix '-er'. It literally means 'something that economizes'.

Think of a device that 'makes' things more 'economical'. The '-er' suffix indicates a person or thing that does an action.

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