conductor

[kənˈdʌktə]

conductor Definition

  • 1a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
  • 2a substance or object that allows electricity or heat to pass through it
  • 3a person who collects fares on a bus or train

Using conductor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conductor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The conductor raised his baton and the orchestra began to play.

  • Example

    Copper is a good conductor of electricity.

  • Example

    The conductor checked my ticket before I got on the train.

conductor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for conductor

Antonyms for conductor

Idioms Using conductor

  • to behave in a particular way, especially in a public or formal situation

    Example

    He conducted himself with great dignity during the trial.

  • under someone's conductorship

    being led or directed by someone

    Example

    The company has thrived under her conductorship.

  • like a conductor's baton

    in a smooth and controlled manner

    Example

    The traffic flowed like a conductor's baton through the busy intersection.

Phrases with conductor

  • a person who is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a train

    Example

    The train conductor announced that we would be arriving at our destination in 10 minutes.

  • a person who directs the performance of an orchestra

    Example

    The orchestra conductor signaled the musicians to begin playing.

  • a material that allows heat to pass through it easily

    Example

    Metals are good heat conductors.

Origins of conductor

from Latin 'conductor', meaning 'one who leads'

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Summary: conductor in Brief

A 'conductor' [kənˈdʌktə] can refer to a person who directs an orchestra or choir, a material that allows electricity or heat to pass through it, or a person who collects fares on a bus or train. Examples include 'The conductor raised his baton and the orchestra began to play.' and 'Copper is a good conductor of electricity.' Idioms include 'conduct oneself,' meaning to behave in a particular way, and 'like a conductor's baton,' meaning in a smooth and controlled manner.

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