English Explanatory Dictionary

alternator

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An electric generator which produces alternating current through mechanical means.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

alternator alternators

Etymology

From alternate + -or.

Derived words

Alexanderson alternator turboalternator
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