générateur

Definitions of générateur
  1. noun
    engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction
    synonyms: dynamo
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    types:
    dynamo
    generator consisting of a coil (the armature) that rotates between the poles of an electromagnet (the field magnet) causing a current to flow in the armature
    type of:
    moteur
    motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
  2. noun
    an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas
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    type of:
    appareil, appareillage
    equipment designed to serve a specific function
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