degreaser

[/dɪˈɡriːsər/]
nounpl: degreasers
desengordurante
1. A chemical substance or cleaning product designed to remove grease, oil, or fatty deposits from surfaces
The mechanic used a powerful degreaser to clean the engine parts.
O mecânico usou um desengordurante poderoso para limpar as peças do motor.
2. A device or tool used to remove grease from something
This kitchen degreaser is effective on stubborn stains.
Este desengordurante de cozinha é eficaz em manchas difíceis.
3. An industrial cleaning agent used in manufacturing or maintenance
The factory invested in a new degreaser for equipment maintenance.
A fábrica investiu em um novo desengordurante para manutenção de equipamentos.
Degreasers are commonly used in both Brazilian automotive and industrial sectors. In the US, degreaser products are ubiquitous in kitchens and garages. The term is particularly important in manufacturing and automotive maintenance industries in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
grease removercleaning agentsolventcleanserdegreasing agent
Antonyms / Antônimos
greaseoillubricant

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desengordurante
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
desengraxante
Common alternative term in Rio
São Paulo
desengordurante
Preferred technical term in industrial contexts
Portugal
desengordurador
Portuguese variation used in European Portuguese

Related Words

degreasegreasecleaningsolventdetergentdegreasing

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut through the grease
degrease and shine
grease removal solution
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