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Here are the different meanings of “beater”:
- A vehicle, typically old or collectible, that is drivable but appears worn-out or in poor cosmetic condition. It may be missing original parts and is often used for daily driving or in harsh conditions like winter. It’s sometimes referred to as a “winter beater” in regions with harsh winters, where vehicles are exposed to salt and road conditions that accelerate wear and tear.
- General Usage:
- A device used for hitting something, such as a beater in a musical instrument or a tool.
- In papermaking, a device consisting of a heavy cylindrical roll (beater roll) with bars that rotates against a fixed set of bars (bedplate). This device beats paper fibers in water suspension to prepare them for sheet-making.
- In textile processing, a high-speed shaft with arms equipped with blades or pins used to separate heavy impurities from raw fibers during opening and scutching processes.
- British Slang:
- In British slang, “banger” is another term for a beater, referring to an old, often unreliable vehicle.
These definitions highlight how “beater” can be used in various contexts related to vehicles, machinery, and industrial processes.
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- Panel beater