Meaning & use

Coater

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A machine, device, or person that applies a layer of coating, such as paint, film, or protective material, to a surface.

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The factory installed a new coater to apply a uniform layer of varnish to each panel.

Working as a coater on the assembly line requires a steady hand and careful attention to thickness.

A note on using this word

"Coater" appears mostly in manufacturing and industrial contexts, describing equipment used in processes like painting, laminating, or galvanizing.

Words with a similar meaning

applicator

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