generator (n.)

  1. an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas

  2. engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction

  3. someone who originates or causes or initiates something; he was the generator of several complaints

    [ Syn: source , author ]

  4. an electronic device for producing a signal voltage

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