separatory Meaning, Definition & Usage

Sep"a*ra*to*ry adjective
Definitions
  1. Separative. Cheyne.
Sep"a*ra*to*ry noun
Etymology
Cf. F. séparatoire.
Definitions
  1. (Chem.) An apparatus used in separating, as a separating funnel.
  2. (Surg.) A surgical instrument for separating the pericranium from the cranium. Obs.

Webster 1913