Definition of "dredger" [dredg•er]

• A dredging machine. (noun)
• Nautical A barge or boat equipped with a dredge. (noun)
• A container with a perforated lid used for coating food with a powder, such as flour or sugar. (noun)

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• "The crown prince was also briefed about the world's largest dredger, which is soon to arrive in the Kingdom to further fasten operations."
• "The dredger, which is powered by 1,600 kilowatts of power, is 100 meters in height and weighs 3,000 tons."
• "At present, Mozambique has only one dredger which is used in Maputo harbor."