digester — English Dictionary

Noun

1. One who, or that which, digests.

2. A vessel for converting materials, especially plant and animal matter, into materials more suitable for subsequent use or further processing, using solvents, especially water; relatively low heat; enyzymes; bacteria, etc..

3. A medicine or food that aids digestion, or strengthens digestive power.

   Usage

   • Dated

   Examples

   Rue is [...] a great Digeſter and Reſtorer of Appetite; [...]

Noun

1. autoclave consisting of a vessel in which plant or animal materials are digested

   Broader terms

   autoclavesterilizersteriliser