Suppressor (Noun)
Meaning 1
An electrical device for suppressing unwanted currents.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene (especially of a mutant gene).
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Nouns denoting body parts.
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Meaning 3
Someone who suppresses; "dictators are suppressors of free speech".
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Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Dictators throughout history have been notorious suppressors of dissent and opposition.
- The new policy is designed to make sure government agencies do not act as suppressors of the free press.
- He believes that some companies act as suppressors of innovation, more interested in preserving their own market share.
- Activists often label politicians as suppressors of the rights of marginalized communities.
- Many historical leaders who suppressed minorities are remembered today as cruel suppressors of humanity.