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generator Definition

gen·er·a·tor (jen′ər āt′ər)

noun

  1. a person or thing that generates; specif.,
    1. a machine for producing gas or steam
    2. a machine for changing mechanical energy into electrical energy; dynamo
  2. generatrix

Etymology: L

generator Synonyms

generator

n.

source of power, dynamo, dynamo-electric machine.

Varieties include: AC, DC, shunt-wound, shunt, series-wound, series, compound.

generator Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • embed: These include land-use planning issues, operation of electricity markets, and embedding wind generators into electricity distribution networks.
  • install: A hospital type dry exhaust has a larger diameter muffled silencer, often used on generators installed in hospitals.
  • connect: The spectrum of the VFO signal as generated, i.e. with the generator connected directly to the analyzer, is shown in Figure 3-2.
  • drive: Power is generated by the spring driving a generator through an internal gear train.
  • distribute: By covering the base load, as opposed to peak loads, a greater energy content can be supplied by the distributed generator.

Adjective modifier

  • random: Unusual features: A random number generator is required.
  • standby: A standby generator was provided in the event of a power failure.
  • diesel: The first vehicle contains a diesel generator for the train heating.
  • kw: Each engine was directly coupled to one 32 kW generator and one 10 kW generator.
  • tidal: The offshore test area is arranged to allow several different designs of wave and tidal generator to be tested.
  • renewable: Local distribution company compliance is required for connection of the renewable generator to the national grid.

Modifies a noun

  • exponent: The generators exponent list is considered relative to the defining generators of the pc-presentation.
  • matrix: The generator matrix of the new code no longer is a basis for the codewords specified by L.
  • backup: Multiple mains power feeds with UPS and mains power generator backup.

Noun used with modifier

  • ozone: All the ozone generators feature a rheostat control for adjustable ozone production.
  • pseudo-random: Chapter four introduces Java's own pseudo-random number generator, plus programming for key seeds from keyboard timing.
  • parser: Bison is also a parser generator in the style of Yacc.
  • diesel: The two Perkins diesel generators are kept permanently heated to 60 degrees to aid easy starting.
  • steam: Safe non-pressurised steam generator, no waiting time to refill.
  • electricity: The old village electricity generator is now the home of Taylor & Green who make fine hand made furniture.