laminator
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Definition
Noun: 1. A person who makes laminates: A laminator is an individual whose job or activity is to create laminated materials, especially by bonding layers together. 2. A machine that creates laminates: A laminator is a device used to apply a protective plastic film to paper or card, sealing it between layers of plastic.
Usage
The word "laminator" is used to refer to both the operator and the machine. The context usually makes the meaning clear. * When referring to a person, it is often in an industrial or manufacturing context. * When referring to a machine, it is common in office, school, or home settings.
Examples
- Noun (Person):
- The laminator at the factory oversees the production of durable countertops.
- She trained as a laminator to work with composite materials.
- Noun (Machine):
- We need to buy a new laminator for the office to protect important documents.
- Please put the poster through the laminator so it doesn't tear.
Advanced Usage
- Industrial Context: In manufacturing, a "laminator" can refer to a large, complex machine or system that bonds continuous layers of material, such as fabric, metal, or plastic, to create products like circuit boards or safety glass.
Variants and Related Words
- Laminate (verb/noun): The process of creating a laminate or the finished product itself.
- Verb: I will laminate this recipe card.
- Noun: The desk has a wooden laminate surface.
- Lamination (noun): The process of laminating or the state of being laminated.
- The lamination makes the ID card waterproof.
Synonyms
- For the machine: Laminating machine, sealing machine.
- For the person: Layer bonder, laminate fabricator (context-specific).
Related Phrases
- Pouch laminator: A type of laminating machine that uses pre-made plastic pouches.
- Roll laminator: An industrial machine that uses rolls of laminating film.
Noun
- a person who makes laminates (especially plastic laminates)