STATOR

stator, stator coil

(noun) mechanical device consisting of the stationary part of a motor or generator in or around which the rotor revolves

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

stator (plural stators)

The stationary part of a motor or other machine.

Anagrams

• Rattos, Tatros, ottars, rottas, strato-, tarots, tators, tortas, troats

Source: Wiktionary


Sta"tor, n. (Mach.)

Definition: A stationary part in or about which another part (the rotor) revolves, esp. when both are large; as, (a) (Elec.) The stationary member of an electrical machine, as of an induction motor. (b) (Steam Turbine) The case inclosing a turbine wheel; the body of stationary blades or nozzles.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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UNAMBIGUOUS

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