regulator

noun

reg·​u·​la·​tor ˈre-gyə-ˌlā-tər How to pronounce regulator (audio)
 also  ˈrā-
1
: one that regulates
2

Examples of regulator in a Sentence

the voltage regulator will make sure your car's alternator gets the right amount of electricity
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Fed regulators presuming the imposition of broad capital requirements are acting in as conceited a fashion as FOMC members setting a rate of interest. John Tamny, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024 In recent months, Chiquita Canyon has faced increasing pressure from regulators, who placed restrictions on where waste could be placed within the landfill. Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024 Mixed Signals For Deals That said, incoming FCC chairman Brendan Carr indicated that regulators will be giving Skydance-Paramount a closer look. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 26 Dec. 2024 But regulators and environmental groups say those problems are actively being addressed. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regulator 

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regulator was in 1648

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“Regulator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regulator. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

regulator

noun
reg·​u·​la·​tor ˈreg-yə-ˌlāt-ər How to pronounce regulator (audio)
1
: one that regulates
2

Legal Definition

regulator

noun
reg·​u·​la·​tor ˈre-gyə-ˌlā-tər How to pronounce regulator (audio)
: one (as a government agency) that regulates

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