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generator

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈdʒenəreɪtɚ/ · UK /ˈdʒenəreɪtə/

Forms: generators

generator means: A machine that produces electricity, usually by using a moving engine.

noun

ELECTRICITY MACHINEB2

A machine that produces electricity, usually by using a moving engine.

  • The generator supplies electricity to the house.
  • We used a portable generator during the power cut.
  • Both backup generators failed when the storm hit.

Common phrases: power generator, backup generator, portable generator, diesel generator

Questions about generator

What does generator mean?

A machine that produces electricity, usually by using a moving engine.

What is generator in other languages?

Türkçe: jeneratör · Español: generador · Français: générateur · Deutsch: Generator · Italiano: generatore · 日本語: 発電機

How do you pronounce generator?

In American English /ˈdʒenəreɪtɚ/; in British English /ˈdʒenəreɪtə/.

How do you use generator in a sentence?

The generator supplies electricity to the house. We used a portable generator during the power cut.

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