regulator

noun
UK: /ˈreɡjuleɪtər/
US: /ˈreɡjəleɪtər/

  1. A person or body that supervises a particular industry or area of activity and ensures that it obeys rules and laws.

    1. The regulator checks the safety of new cars.
    2. The financial regulator is investigating the bank's investment practices regarding high risk assets.

  2. A device that controls something, such as pressure, temperature, etc.

    1. The regulator keeps the gas pressure steady.
    2. The oxygen regulator is a vital piece of equipment for divers, controlling the flow of air.

Synonyms

governor supervisor moderator monitor controller
regulator adjective

  1. Controlling the level or rate of something.

    1. The regulator valve is quite old.
    2. Regulator policies aim to stabilize the market and prevent extreme fluctuations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "regulator" in English means: A person or body that supervises a particular industry or area of activity and ensures that it obeys rules and laws., A device that controls something, such as pressure, temperature, etc..

The phonetic transcription of "regulator" is /ˈreɡjuleɪtər/ in British English and /ˈreɡjəleɪtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "regulator": governor, supervisor, moderator, monitor, controller.

Example usage of "regulator": "The regulator checks the safety of new cars.". More examples on the page.