annunciator
Americannoun
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an announcer.
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a signaling apparatus, generally used in conjunction with a buzzer, that displays a visual indication when energized by electric current.
noun
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a device that gives a visual indication as to which of a number of electric circuits has operated, such as an indicator in a hotel showing in which room a bell has been rung
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a device giving an audible signal indicating the position of a train
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a less common word for announcer
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of annunciator
1745–55; annūntiātor; see annunciate, -tor
Example Sentences
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The little destroyer lurched as her helm was put over and the engine-room annunciator called for full speed ahead.
From Time Magazine Archive
He gave the electric annunciator a prolonged push, and as a butler opened the door advanced into the hall with his most authoritative air.
From The Madness of May by Steele, Frederic Dorr
He turned and pressed the annunciator button and the hatch slid open.
From The Space Pioneers by Glanzman, Louis
The annunciator rang again with an impatient note.
From Lady Luck by Wiley, Hugh
In practice, the annunciator may be located in any convenient place and wires run to that point.
From Electricity for Boys by Zerbe, James Slough
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