sensor

[sen-sawr, -ser]

noun

1. a mechanical device sensitive to light, temperature, radiation level, or the like, that transmits a signal to a measuring or control instrument.

2. a sense organ.

sensor

/ ˈsɛnsə /

noun

1. anything, such as a photoelectric cell, that receives a signal or stimulus and responds to it

Word History and Origins

Origin of sensor¹

First recorded in 1925–30; sense + -or ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of sensor¹

C19: from Latin sēnsus perceived, from sentīre to observe

Example Sentences

Alcutt patrols the streets and relies on sensors and geotrackers to get alerts when the lines are being tampered with or removed.

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Because of these qualities, graphene is considered a "miracle material" and is already being explored for flexible electronic screens, highly sensitive sensors, advanced batteries, and next-generation solar cells.

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The maker of sensors used in cars and robots announced the development this week, sending shares soaring.

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Safety technology, such as sensors, can be ineffective and costly to repair, they will argue.

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Most competitors use an approach that relies on a mix of sensors and light detection and ranging, or lidar, to map environments.

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