Generator

/ˈdʒɛnəreɪtər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A device or mechanism that converts various forms of energy into electrical energy.

The power outage was resolved after the installation of a new generator that could sustain the entire building.

A machine or apparatus that produces a particular output or result.

The software generator allowed developers to quickly create code templates for their projects.

A person or thing that generates or produces something.

The entrepreneur was known as a generator of innovative ideas in the tech industry.

From Latin 'generare' meaning 'to generate'.

power generator

A generator that converts fuel into electric power.

steam generator

A device that generates steam for heating or power generation.

backup generator

A generator used as a secondary power source when the main supply fails.

generation

The act of producing or creating.

generator set

A package containing a generator with its power source.

electric generator

A machine that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy.

A term sometimes used in tech circles to describe a person who comes up with good ideas.

He's such a generator when it comes to new tech solutions.

Informally referring to a portable power source.

I'm taking a generator to the camping trip for extra power.