Regulator (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc..
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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- Relief Valve
- Ball Cock
- Escape Cock
- Escape Valve
- Escape
- Head Gate
- Penstock
- Water Gate
- Floodgate
- Sluice Valve
- Thermoregulator
- Spigot
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Meaning 2
A control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel).
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
An official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest.
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Nouns denoting people.