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cotton gin

noun

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A machine that separates cotton fibers from their seeds, greatly speeding up processing.

Example Sentence

The invention of the cotton gin dramatically increased the speed at which cotton could be processed, changing the economy of the American South.

Usage Note

This machine is used in agriculture and textile manufacturing to efficiently separate cotton fibers from their seeds, making cotton processing much faster and more profitable.

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