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alternator

UK
/ˈɔːltəneɪtə/
US
/ˈɔltərˌneɪtər/

Translations

alternatornoun
alternators
pl
UK
/ˈɔːltəneɪtə/
US
/ˈɔltərˌneɪtər/
alternateurDispositif électrique, notamment dans les véhicules.
The mechanic tested the alternator to confirm it was delivering sufficient current to the battery.
Le mécanicien a testé l’alternateur pour confirmer qu’il fournissait un courant suffisant à la batterie.
Synonyms
generator
dynamo
power source
electric generator
alternatoradjective
UK
/ˈɒl.tə.neɪ.tə/
US
/ˈɔl.tɚˌneɪ.tɚ/
Used attributively before another noun to describe something related to an alternator.
Additional translations
alternateurEmploi technique adjectival ; en français, il est souvent rendu par une construction avec « de l’alternateur ».
Synonyms
alternate
alternating
alternatory
rotating
periodic
intermittent
reciprocal

Definitions

alternatornoun
An electric generator that produces alternating current, especially the one fitted to motor vehicles to charge the battery and power the electrical system while the engine is running.
The mechanic tested the alternator to confirm it was delivering sufficient current to the battery.
alternatoradjective
Relating to or connected with an alternator.
The alternator voltage regulator keeps the alternator output stable.
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