stimulator

American  

[stim-yuh-layt-er] / ˈstɪm yəˌleɪt ər /

noun

plural

stimulators

1. a person or thing, such as a device, chemical, or action, that stimulates.

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Other Word Forms

• costimulator
  noun

Example Sentences

Ltd and are listed as inventors in issued patents and patent applications on the deep brain stimulator used in this work.

From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026

The stimulator sits on the lumbar region of the spinal cord, which sends messages to the leg muscles.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2023

The device, known as TENS, for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator, became a standard medical tool.

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2023

Rather, the team envisions using wireless communication between e-skin and an electrical stimulator located next to a nerve.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2023

And truly Mr. Chesterton is invaluable as a quickener and stimulator of the minds of his readers.

From Among Famous Books by Kelman, John