equalizer

noun

equal·​iz·​er ˈē-kwə-ˌlī-zər How to pronounce equalizer (audio)
: one that equalizes: such as
a
: a score that ties a game
b
: an electronic device (as in a sound-reproducing system) used to adjust response to different audio frequencies

Examples of equalizer in a Sentence

He scored the equalizer in the 60th minute.
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Mavericks coach Jason Klatt called timeout, searching for an equalizer to creep into field goal range or set up a touchdown. Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 7 Dec. 2024 Unfortunately, Horan and Dunn were out of sync as Germany pressed for an early equalizer. Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 28 July 2024 Crypto is increasingly becoming viewed as a great equalizer and one that benefits citizens, businesses, and institutions alike. Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Before the own goal, Holub-Smith nearly netted the equalizer after his header following a corner kick by Toby Tracht hit the middle of the crossbar. Craig J. Clary, Baltimore Sun, 10 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for equalizer 

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of equalizer was in 1624

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“Equalizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equalizer. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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