Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accumulator
noun
/əˈkjuː.mjʊ.leɪ.tər/
Definition
A device that stores energy for later use, often contained within a battery or capacitor.
Examples
- The solar panel system includes an accumulator to store energy for use during nighttime.
- In computing, an accumulator is a register in which intermediate arithmetic and logic results are stored.
Meaning
An accumulator is typically used in various applications to collect and store power or data for later use.
Synonyms
- Battery
- Storage device
- Reservoir
