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annunciator Definition

an·nun·cia·tor (ə nunsē āt′ər)

noun

  1. a person or thing that announces
  2. an electric indicator, as a light or buzzer, used in hotels, offices, etc. to show the source of calls

Etymology: LL(Ec) annuntiator

annunciator Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • illumination: This particular device is manufactured with a flat-topped LED to provide excellent wide angle viewing for switchtop and annunciator illumination.
  • panel: They might represent an industrial process, might be an annunciator panel or perhaps a wiring diagram.
  • system: The Department also operates the annunciator system and is responsible for printing written questions and answers.