disposer

[ dih-spoh-zer ]

noun

1. a person or thing that disposes.
2. disposal ².

Word History and Origins

Origin of disposer¹

First recorded in 1520–30; dispose + -er ¹

Example Sentences

But the InSinkErator engineer noted that “systems with a disposer, an adequate soil type and a ‘standard’ sized system have functioned trouble free for more than ten years in cold climates.”

From Washington Post

These newer sinks can include cool features such as deep, wide sink bowls with optional bowl divides; offset drains with bottom sink racks; and sound-absorbing technology for quieter performance when using a disposer.

From Seattle Times

They were three, Clotho, the Spinner, who spun the thread of life; Lachesis, the Disposer of Lots, who assigned to each man his destiny; Atropos, she who could not be turned, who carried “the abhorrèd shears” and cut the thread at death.

From Literature

For example, to supply and install an InsinkErator Pro Series 750 garbage disposer, prices ranged from $300 to $875.

From Seattle Times

Replacing your sink strainer and disposer flange shouldn't be a big deal, as long as the parts are available and they fit your present setup.

From Seattle Times