Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
generator
noun
/ˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtər/
Definition
A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
Examples
- The backup generator kicked in during the power outage.
- He used a generator to power his tools while working on the site.
- The wind generator provides renewable energy for the community.
Meaning
Generators are machines that produce electricity, usually by converting energy from fuel sources like gasoline or natural gas.
Synonyms
- producer
- power source
- electric generator
