actuator

The word “actuator” has 4 syllables: ac-tu-a-tor

It's pronounced as /ˈæk.tʃu.eɪ.tər/


What is synonym and antonym for actuator?

In the thesaurus, “actuator” has 11 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for actuator along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for actuator

Meanings of actuator

  • noun
    1. Something that actuates something else, especially a usually electric device that causes a mechanical device (i.e. a mechanism) to be switched on or off, for example an electric motor that opens and closes a valve.
    2. The mechanism that moves the head assembly on a disk drive.
    3. A relay that controls the flow of electricity.

Example Sentences

  • The actuator controls the movement of the robotic arm.
  • Engineers installed a new actuator to improve the machine’s performance.
  • The valve actuator responded quickly to the pressure changes.
  • Without a functioning actuator, the system cannot operate properly.
  • The actuator converts electrical signals into mechanical motion.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms or another words to actuator, such as: button, control, controller, dial, key, knob, lever.

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