Dust"er (?), n.
1. One who, or that which, dusts; a utensil that frees from dust . Specifically: (a) Paper Making A revolving wire-cloth cylinder which removes the dust from rags, etc. (b) Milling A blowing machine for separating the flour from the bran.
2. A light over-garment, worn in traveling to protect the clothing from dust. [U.S.]
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