generator
/ˈdʒenəreɪtə/ · /ˈdʒenəreɪtər/
CEFR level B2Topic TechnologyWord #3868 in the learning path
发电机
Definitions
n. A machine that converts other forms of energy into electricity.
发电机
n. A device or program that produces something.
发生器；生成器
Example
The generator kept our lights on during the storm.
暴风雨期间，发电机让我们家一直有灯可用。
Remote communities often depend on diesel generators, although renewable energy systems can reduce their fuel costs.
偏远社区往往依赖柴油发电机，不过可再生能源系统能降低其燃料成本。
Collocations
- a backup generator
- a diesel generator
- a random number generator
Word family
- generate (v.)
- generation (n.)
Usage tip
由generate加-or构成，既指机器也可指程序。
FAQ
- What does generator mean?
- A machine that converts other forms of energy into electricity. A device or program that produces something.
- How is generator pronounced?
- UK /ˈdʒenəreɪtə/, US /ˈdʒenəreɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
