Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reactor

noun

/rɪˈæktər/

Definition

A device or structure in which controlled nuclear reactions take place.

Examples

The nuclear reactor at the power plant generates electricity for thousands of homes.
The chemical reactor must be monitored closely to ensure safety during the reaction process.

Meaning

A reactor is commonly used in nuclear power plants to generate energy by fission reactions. It can also refer to any system that undergoes chemical or physical reactions.