Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
effector
Noun
ɪˈfɛktər
Definition
An effector is a part of the body that can produce a response to a stimulus. In biological contexts, it usually refers to muscles or glands that carry out an action or reaction.
Examples
- The muscles in your arms act as effectors that enable you to lift objects.
- The effector in this experiment was a light that turned on when the sensor detected movement.
Meaning
In a more general sense, an effector can describe anything that brings about a change or effect, often in relation to a network or system.
Synonyms
- Agent
- Actuator
- Respondent
