Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
regulator
noun
/ˈreɡ.jʊ.leɪ.tər/
Definition
A regulator is a device or entity that controls or manages a process or system, ensuring it operates within certain parameters.
Examples
- The water pressure regulator prevented the pipes from bursting.
- The government agency acts as a financial regulator to oversee banking operations.
- A thermostat is an example of a temperature regulator in heating systems.
Meaning
In general use, a regulator refers to anything that helps maintain the stability, order, and organization of a specific environment or system.
Synonyms
- controller
- administrator
- supervisor
- manager
- governor
