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alternator

UK
/ˈɔːltəneɪtə/
US
/ˈɔltərˌneɪtər/

Translations

alternatornoun
alternators
pl
UK
/ˈɔːltəneɪtə/
US
/ˈɔltərˌneɪtər/
The car's alternator is not working properly.
Генератор автомобиля работает неправильно.
Additional translations
альтернатор
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.
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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