IMPINGER

Etymology

Noun

impinger (plural impingers)

Any of several instruments in which fine particles (dust) in a gas are analysed by blowing them through a jet onto a wetted plate, prior to being counted. Typically used for particle analysis

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

4 June 2025

LEND

(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”


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Coffee Trivia

You can overdose on coffee if you drink about 30 cups in a brief period to get close to a lethal dosage of caffeine.

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