retorter1
/rɪˈtɔːtə/noun
A person who retorts.
Origin
Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Florio (1553–1625), author and teacher of languages. From retort + -er.
retorter2
/rɪˈtɔːtə/Mining and Manufacturing Technology
noun
A person or company engaged in the retorting of metal, shale, etc.
Origin
Late 19th century. From retort + -er.