Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

arrestor

noun

/əˈrɛstər/

Definition

a device used to stop or restrain motion or the progress of something.

Examples

The aircraft utilized a tailhook arrestor to safely land on the aircraft carrier.
Electrical arrestors protect circuits from voltage spikes.
The police officer acted as an arrestor when he detained the suspect.

Meaning

An arrestor is typically associated with various fields including mechanics, aviation, and law enforcement, serving the purpose of halting movement or preventing further action.