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scrubber

1. n. [Production Testing]

A device to remove dirt, water, foreign matter, or undesired liquids that are part of the gas flowstream. Air can be used to absorb water; also an oil bath might be useful to remove dust, dirt or other liquids. A scrubber is used to protect downstream rotating equipment or to recover valuable liquids from gas.