Pacemaker (Noun)
Meaning 1
An implanted electronic device that takes over the function of the natural cardiac pacemaker.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A specialized bit of heart tissue that controls the heartbeat.
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Nouns denoting body parts.
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Meaning 3
A leading instance in its field; "the new policy will be a pacesetter in community relations".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The electric car will be a pacemaker for sustainable transportation solutions, pushing other manufacturers to adopt green technology.
- As the world's largest online retailer, the company will serve as a pacemaker for the industry's digital transformation.
- This cutting-edge medical facility is expected to be a pacemaker in robotic surgery and telemedicine.
- Last year, the city launched a pioneering urban farming project that will be a pacemaker for other cities around the world.
- The country's highly developed renewable energy sector has made it a pacemaker in the global transition to clean energy sources.
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Meaning 4
A horse used to set the pace in racing.
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Nouns denoting animals.