ROTOR

rotor

(noun) rotating mechanism consisting of an assembly of rotating airfoils; “there are horizontal rotors on a helicopter or compressor rotors in a jet engine”

rotor, rotor coil

(noun) the rotating armature of a motor or generator

rotor

(noun) the revolving bar of a distributor

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

rotor (plural rotors)

A rotating part of a mechanical device, for example in an electric motor, generator, alternator or pump.

The wing of a helicopter or similar aircraft.

A quantity having magnitude, direction, and position.

Source: Wiktionary


Ro"tor, n. (Elec.)

Definition: The rotating part of a generator or motor.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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