physeter Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: F AH0 Z IY1 T ER0
What Does Physeter Mean?
Physeter is used as a noun meaning A member of the genus Physeter; a sperm whale. It can also mean A filtering machine operated by air pressure. It was used to extract molasses from sugar.
Word Facts for Physeter
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | genus physeter |
| Plural | physeters |
Physeter Definition (Noun)
- A member of the genus Physeter; a sperm whale.
- A filtering machine operated by air pressure. It was used to extract molasses from sugar.
Synonyms of Physeter
Physeter synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Physeter
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Physeter in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
physeter (plural physeters)
Origin of Physeter
From Latin physeter.
Questions People Ask About Physeter
What part of speech is physeter?
Physeter is a noun.
What is another word for physeter?
You can replace physeter with words such as genus physeter. See the full list of physeter synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of physeter?
The plural of physeter is physeters.