emanator
- noun
- /ˈɛmənˌeɪtər/
- Specialized
:
emisor
- The scientist adjusted the emanator to control the release of radioactive particles.
Examples
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A new type of emanator was installed to disperse fragrance throughout the building.
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Technicians monitored the emanator to ensure it was functioning safely during the experiment.
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The emanator released a stream of particles.
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This device acts as an emanator of radiation.
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The technician made adjustments to the emanator to improve its emission of gas for the experiment.
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The new emanator efficiently disperses particles in the air for better air quality.
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Scientists were pleased with the emanator for its ability to produce radiation consistently during tests.
Synonyms
73
5.6
A device that gives off light, heat, or sound
4
7.0
A device that forces out air, liquid, or other material
3
6.7
A thing that gives off light or heat
1
3.5
An object that sends out heat or light, for example the sun
A source that gives off something like light or warmth
A person or machine that lets electricity flow out
A machine that uses radiation to kill germs on objects or to treat people
A person or thing that gives out large amounts of something
Antonyms
How Strong
- US
143
2.9
- Specialized
19
3.5
1
3.5
- Specialized
73
5.6
∞
2.6
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Emanator comes from the Latin parts e- 'out' and manare 'to flow', so it means something that 'flows out' from a source. That's why an emanator can be a device that gives off gas, particles, or radiation — it 'sends out' these things into the air.