commutator

/ˌkɑmjəˈteɪdər/
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Other forms: commutators

Definitions of commutator
  1. noun
    switch for reversing the direction of an electric current
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    type of:
    electric switch, electrical switch, switch
    control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit
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