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- noun An
industrial solvent , often containing polyhalogenated hydrocarbons, used to removegrease from mechanical parts - noun A
machine that accomplishes this task
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Examples
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It's not ready until a tight clean patch soaked in degreaser comes out of the barrel without any traces of fouling.
Amateur Hour 2008
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Do not use soap as it will break the bond between the metal and the oil (soap is a "degreaser" so completely counteracts the chemical bond you are otherwise trying to achieve over time).
Iron pan, perfect cornbread | Homesick Texan Homesick Texan 2007
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Just wipe down with a degreaser and then use a clean dry cotton patch to apply.
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Just use acetone of another degreaser to get all the oil out of the metal and mask well.
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Just use acetone of another degreaser to get all the oil out of the metal and mask well.
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With both side panels removed, spray the engine and intake area liberally with a good degreaser such as Simple Green or Greased Lightning.
Workshop: Snorkel Installation Cassandra 2009
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Cases of detergent and degreaser were donated and delivered.
The Great Penguin Rescue Dyan DeNapoli 2010
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The process for each bird required two experienced volunteers, several tubs of hot water, degreaser, dishwashing detergent, a toothbrush, protective clothing, and a high-pressure hose.
The Great Penguin Rescue Dyan DeNapoli 2010
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With that, Estelle knew they had found their new first-stage degreaser, and asked Louis if he could produce more of the product.
The Great Penguin Rescue Dyan DeNapoli 2010
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Soon they also hope to launch an aerosol-free degreaser, lubes and polish.
Dean Perry and Richard Hargreaves's innovation: eco bike maintenance 2010
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