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generator

[ˈdʒɛnəreɪtər]

generator Definition

  • 1a machine that produces electricity
  • 2a thing that produces or creates something
  • 3a program that produces code or other output automatically

Using generator: Examples

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

  • Example

    The generator powered the entire building during the blackout.

  • Example

    The wind turbine is a type of generator that produces clean energy.

  • Example

    The website has a random password generator to help users create secure passwords.

  • Example

    The algorithm generates a unique ID for each user.

generator Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with generator

  • a secondary power source that can be used in case of a power outage or failure

    Example

    The hospital has a backup generator to ensure that critical equipment remains operational during power outages.

  • word generator

    a tool that generates words based on certain criteria, such as length or starting letters

    Example

    The crossword puzzle solver used a word generator to find possible answers.

  • a person or thing that stimulates creativity or imagination

    Example

    Traveling to new places is a great mind generator for writers and artists.

Origins of generator

from Latin 'generator', meaning 'a begetter, producer'

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Summary: generator in Brief

A 'generator' [ˈdʒɛnəreɪtər] is a machine that produces electricity, or a thing that produces or creates something. It can also refer to a program that produces code or other output automatically. Examples include 'The generator powered the entire building during the blackout,' and 'The website has a random password generator to help users create secure passwords.' Phrases like 'backup generator' and 'word generator' extend its usage.

How do native speakers use this expression?

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