Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accelerator
Noun
/əkˈsɛləˌreɪtər/
Definition
A device or mechanism that increases the speed of something.
Examples
- The car’s accelerator allowed it to reach high speeds quickly.
- In the realm of technology, an accelerator can help developers create applications faster.
- The research lab uses a particle accelerator to study the properties of atoms.
Meaning
In general usage, an accelerator can refer to any tool or system that enhances or speeds up a process.
Synonyms
- Enhancer
- Booster
- Speedup
