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electrostatic generator Definition

electrostatic generator

noun

a generator which produces high-voltage electricity by electrostatic induction: sometimes used to accelerate charged particles for nuclear reactions

electrostatic generator Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • combine: He solved the problem by combining an electrostatic generator with an electric motor: the Froment mouse-mill motor.

Adjective modifier

  • frictional: Rupert signaled to Mr.Matthews, to instruct his men to begin turning the huge frictional electrostatic generators once again.