juice reamer
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Definition
Noun: A kitchen utensil specifically designed for extracting juice from citrus fruits. It typically consists of a conical, ridged center (the "reamer") upon which a halved fruit is pressed and twisted. The juice flows through the ridges into a surrounding bowl or container.
Usage
A juice reamer is used to manually extract the maximum amount of juice from fruits like lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits. It is a common tool in home kitchens and bars.
Examples
- Noun:
- To make fresh lemonade, first roll the lemons on the counter, cut them in half, and press them onto the juice reamer.
- The recipe calls for two tablespoons of fresh lime juice, so I'll need my juice reamer.
- A good juice reamer separates the juice from the pulp and seeds efficiently.
Advanced Usage
- "Handheld reamer": A simple, often wooden, tool consisting of just the conical reamer head with a handle, usually held over a bowl to catch the juice.
- "Countertop reamer" or "Citrus press": A more robust device where the reamer is part of a lever-operated press that forces the fruit down onto the cone.
Variants and Related Words
- Citrus press (n): A device, often lever-operated, for squeezing juice from citrus fruit. It typically incorporates a reamer.
- Juicer (n): A broader term for any device that extracts juice, which can be electric (for various fruits and vegetables) or manual (like a reamer).
- Squeezer (n): A general term for a tool used to squeeze juice from fruit.
Synonyms
- Citrus juicer
- Lemon squeezer
Related Phrases/Idioms
- No direct idioms incorporate the specific term "juice reamer." The action is typically described as "juicing a lemon" or "squeezing an orange."
Noun
- a squeezer with a conical ridged center that is used for squeezing juice from citrus fruit