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equalizer

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: equalizer

1
n
electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion
2
n
a score that makes the match even
3
n
a weight that balances another weight
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: equalizer
1

n electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion

Synonyms:
equaliser
Type of:
electronic equipment
equipment that involves the controlled conduction of electrons (especially in a gas or vacuum or semiconductor)
2

n a score that makes the match even

Type of:
score
the act of scoring in a game or sport
3

n a weight that balances another weight

Synonyms:
balance, counterbalance, counterpoise, counterweight, equaliser
Types:
sash weight
a counterweight for a sliding sash
tare
(chemical analysis) a counterweight used in chemical analysis; consists of an empty container that counterbalances the weight of the container holding chemicals
Type of:
weight
an artifact that is heavy
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