Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dinamo

Noun
/ˈdɪnəˌmoʊ/
Definition
An electric generator that produces direct current using a commutator.
Examples
  • The dinamo powered the small town’s street lights.
  • When the cyclist pedaled faster, the dinamo generated more electricity for the bike’s headlight.
Meaning
A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, typically used to power electrical circuits or devices.
Synonyms
  • generator
  • electrical generator
  • generator set