English Explanatory Dictionary

trommel

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A revolving buddle or sieve for separating, or sizing, ores.
  2. A rotating drum for sorting items, such as waste for recycling.

Pronunciation

/ˈtɹɒməl/

Word forms

trommel trommels

Etymology

Borrowed from German Trommel (“drum”).

Derived words

trommel screen
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