defroster

English

Etymology

From defrost +‎ -er.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /diːˈfɹɒstə(ɹ)/

Noun

defroster (plural defrosters)

  1. A device for removing frost or ice from a surface or food by applying heat.
    • 1958 July, “German Railbuses for British Railways”, in Railway Magazine, page 501:
      The driver's window in each cab is fitted with an electrically-operated windscreen wiper, a sun visor, and a defroster, heated from a nozzle.
    • 1996, Debbie Macomber, Mrs. Miracle, page 174:
      They were both sitting inside, the engine running and the defroster blasting hot air against the windshield, before Jerry spoke again.

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